Meaning & Definition
adverb
In a way that is shockingly bad or excessive; in an outrageous manner.
The prices at that restaurant are outrageously high for such mediocre food.
To an extreme or excessive degree.
She was outrageously happy when she heard the good news.
In a manner that provokes outrage or anger.
His behavior at the party was outrageously inappropriate.
In a way that is absurd or ridiculous.
The claims made in that advertisement were outrageously misleading.
In a manner that is beyond all bounds; wildly extravagant.
The show was outrageously entertaining, leaving the audience in stitches.
Etymology
Derived from 'outrage' with the suffix '-ously'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
outrageously expensive:
Referring to something that costs much more than it should.
outrageously funny:
Describing something that is extremely humorous.
Slang Meanings
Over the top, often used in a humorous context.
That party was outrageously fun!
Used to describe something that is cool or awesome in an exaggerated way.
His new car is outrageously dope!