Meaning & Definition of word "Unbelievably"

Unbelievably

/ʌnˈbɪləvəbl̩i/

adverb:

  • 1. In a manner that is hard to believe; incredibly.
    • Example: The movie was unbelievably good, exceeding all my expectations.
  • 2. To a great degree or extent; extremely.
    • Example: She was unbelievably tired after the long journey.
  • 3. Used to emphasize the surprising or extraordinary nature of something.
    • Example: He ran the marathon in an unbelievably fast time.
  • 4. In a way that is beyond belief or credibility.
    • Example: The magician performed unbelievably difficult tricks that left the audience in awe.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'unbelievable' with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unbelievably good:

Extremely good; excellent.

unbelievably boring:

So boring that it is hard to believe.

unbelievably fortunate:

So fortunate that it seems beyond belief.

Related Words

unbelievable:

Difficult to believe; extraordinary.

belief:

An acceptance that something exists or is true.

believe:

To accept something as true.

Slang Meanings of unbelievably

Meaning: Mind-blowing

Example Sentence: The performance was mind-blowing; I couldn't believe my eyes.

Meaning: Out of this world

Example Sentence: The food at that restaurant was out of this world!