Exceedingly and Hardly
Opposite meaning words
Exceedingly
Exceedingly adverb - To a great degree.
Usage example: the salesclerk was exceedingly patient with one customer who couldn't make up his mind
Hardly is an antonym for exceedingly.
Nearby Word: exceeding
Hardly
Hardly adverb - Certainly not.
Usage example: I would hardly think someone with her attitude could make a good manager
Exceedingly is an antonym for hardly.
Nearby Word: hard
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