极度 (jí dù) — extremely
Definition
Formal adverb meaning 'extremely,' used in writing and reports. Unlike 极其, it pairs easily with both emotions (极度紧张) and states (极度失望), and is broader than 极端, which also functions as a noun meaning 'an extreme.'
adverb
extremely
Easily confused
Examples
- 极度。Kǎo shì qián tā gǎn dào jí dù jǐn zhāng.He felt extremely nervous before the exam.
- 极度。Zhè zuò chéng shì de fáng jià jí dù gāo.Housing prices in this city are extremely high.
- 极度。Tā duì zhè ge jié guǒ jí dù shī wàng.He was extremely disappointed with this result.
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