Prodigieusement (en. Prodigiously)

/pʁɔ.di.ʒjœ.zmɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
Indicates an exceptional or incredible degree.
He succeeded prodigiously in overcoming obstacles.
Il a réussi prodigieusement à surmonter les obstacles.
Used to emphasize the extraordinary nature of an action or state.
This artwork is prodigiously beautiful.
Cette œuvre d'art est prodigieusement belle.
Means to an excessive degree.
She is prodigiously talented in music.
Elle est prodigieusement talentueuse pour la musique.

Etymology

From Latin 'prodigiosus', meaning 'wonderful, extraordinary'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

prodigiously rich
Referring to immense or extraordinary wealth.
prodigieusement riche
prodigiously intelligent
Describes an intelligence that exceeds the ordinary.
prodigieusement intelligent

Related Words

prodigious
Which is extraordinary, wonderful.
prodigieux
prodigality
The character of that which is extravagant, spendthrift.
prodigalité

Slang Meanings

Extremely
It’s prodigiously interesting, don’t you think?
C'est prodigieusement intéressant, tu ne trouves pas?
Really good
This film is prodigiously well made!
Ce film est prodigieusement bien réalisé!