Excepcionalmente (en. Exceptionally)

/ek.sep.θjo.nalˈmen.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
In a way that is exceptional or unusual.
This year, the weather has been exceptionally warm.
Este año, el clima ha sido excepcionalmente cálido.
In a manner that deviates from the general norm or rule.
The event went exceptionally well.
El evento se desarrolló excepcionalmente bien.
Used to emphasize that something occurs rarely.
Exceptionally, he decided to participate in the competition.
Excepcionalmente, él decidió participar en la competencia.

Etymology

It derives from the adjective 'exceptional' with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

exceptionally good
That is exceptionally beneficial or positive.
excepcionalmente bueno
exceptionally rare
That occurs infrequently.
excepcionalmente raro

Related Words

exception
Something that does not follow the general rules.
excepción
exceptional
That is extraordinary or remarkable.
excepcional

Slang Meanings

Super unique
That artist is super unique in his style.
Ese artista es super único en su estilo.
Out of the ordinary
This place is out of the ordinary in its beauty.
Este lugar es fuera de lo normal en su belleza.