Exceptionally
Exceptionally adverb - To an exceptional degree.
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Synonyms for Exceptionally
Rather is an antonym for exceptionally.
Rather
Rather adverb - To some degree or extent.
Usage example: I say, don't you think that's rather expensive for a hamburger?
Exceptionally is an antonym for rather.
Both words in one sentence
- Queen Elizabeth III rather likes creating peerages to reward people who have served her exceptionally well.
Source: Useful Notes / Knight Fever -
Rather surprising, considering how exceptionally well-researched the rest of the game is.
Source: Cool Guns / Machine Guns -
The Eleventh Doctor is rather prone to this—he can be quite harsh with Amy and Rory when he's exceptionally frightened for their safety.
Source: Anger Born of Worry
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