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The sky changed dramatically before the storm.
What does Dramatically mean?
Dramatically means in a big or noticeable way.
Dictionary definition
In a very noticeable, emotional, sudden, or impressive way.
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Her confidence improved dramatically after weeks of practice.
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The story changed dramatically when the hidden clue was finally revealed.
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What does dramatically mean?
Dramatically means in a very noticeable, emotional, sudden, or impressive way.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses dramatically correctly?
This sentence uses dramatically to describe a large or noticeable change.
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Which word is an antonym of dramatically?
Slightly means only a little, which contrasts with dramatically.
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WordDramatically.
Partadverb.
MeaningDramatically means in a big or noticeable way.
ExampleExample: The sky changed dramatically before the storm.
Word breakdown
4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- druh · mat · ik · lee
- Strongest beat
- mat
- Ending
- lee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on mat.
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Synonyms
Words like Dramatically
noticeablyUse when a change is easy to see.
greatlyUse when something changes by a large amount.
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Dramatically means in a big or noticeable way.
Common mix-up
Dramatically is not the same as slightly. Dramatically means dramatically means in a big or noticeable way.
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Read this model sentence: Her confidence improved dramatically after weeks of practice. Clue words: confidence, improved, weeks. Underline clue words that show why dramatically fits instead of slightly. Now write one new sentence that shows dramatically without using the word dramatically. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show dramatically?
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