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egregiamente

admirably

adverb eh-GREH-jah-men-teh Rare

Origin: Latin egregius, from e- (out of) + grex (flock) — standing out from the herd

Also means

outstandingly

Usage Note

Egregiamente is the adverb of egregio (excellent, distinguished). It is a formal, even elevated register word used to praise exceptional performance. Egregio as a standalone adjective also appears in formal letter salutations: Egregio Signore (Dear Sir). Rarely heard in casual conversation.

Examples

"Ha svolto il lavoro egregiamente."

Natural Translation

He carried out the work admirably.

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