dramatically
word · lemma: dramatic
Definition
In a way that is sudden, surprising, or very noticeable. Also refers to something happening with a strong emotional effect.
Usage & Nuances
Used to describe big, clear changes—'increase dramatically', 'fall dramatically'. Often adds emphasis, sometimes with a sense of exaggeration or emotion. Not used to mean 'related to drama' in most cases.
Spanish: dramáticamente - de forma drásticaPortuguese (BR): dramaticamente - de forma drásticaPortuguese (PT): dramaticamente - de forma drásticaChinese (Simplified): 戏剧性地 - 显著地Chinese (Traditional): 戲劇性地 - 顯著地Hindi: नाटकीय रूप से - ज़ोरदार तरीके सेArabic: بشكلٍ دراماتيكي - بشكل ملحوظBengali: 剧烈ভাবে - নাটকীয়ভাবেRussian: резко - драматическиJapanese: 劇的にVietnamese: một cách đột ngột - một cách rõ rệtKorean: 급격하게 - 극적으로Turkish: dramatik bir şekilde - ani bir şekildeUrdu: ڈرامائی طور پر - بہت زیادہIndonesian: secara dramatis - secara drastis
Example Sentences
The price of oil dropped dramatically last year.
basic
Her mood changed dramatically after the news.
basic
Traffic has improved dramatically since the new road opened.
basic
The company's profits have grown dramatically in the past few months.
natural
After he moved to the city, his lifestyle changed dramatically.
natural
The weather can shift dramatically from sunshine to heavy rain in minutes.
natural