extraordinarily

UK: /ɪkˈstrɔːdənrɪli/ | US: /ɪkˈstrɔːrdənerɪli/

Definition
  1. adv. to an exceptional or remarkable degree

  2. adv. in a highly unusual or unexpected manner

Structure
extra <outside/beyond>ordin <order>ary <adjective suffix>ly <adverb suffix>
Etymology

The word "extraordinarily" traces back to Latin roots. "Extra" (outside/beyond) combines with "ordin-" (from "ordo," meaning order), forming "extraordinarius" (beyond ordinary). The suffix "-ary" turns it into an adjective, and "-ly" converts it into an adverb. The progression reflects a shift from literal "outside the norm" to figurative emphasis on exceptionalism.

Examples
  1. She performed extraordinarily well in the competition.

  2. The weather was extraordinarily cold for June.

  3. His dedication to the project was extraordinarily rare.

  4. The machine functions extraordinarily efficiently.

  5. The story was extraordinarily moving, leaving everyone in tears.