fabulously

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "fabulously" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it to describe something done in a wonderful or impressive manner. Example: "She performed fabulously at the concert, captivating the audience with her voice."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Travel

Lifestyle

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

Or, to be specific, blow kisses at my daughter, who grew fabulously adept at blowing them back and basking in her newfound glory as the only natural blonde on the island.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

AM, with its mixture of thumping bass notes, intricate vocal layering and fabulously acute wordsmithery, has prompted a clamour of critical gushing.

The Guardian - Music

Not that this fabulously chic, stylish and friendly place is not inclusive; far from it - one of its proudest boasts is that nearly all the (charming, funny and friendly) staff are local, the beach is open, and you can walk off the sands and into the nearby village in a minute.

The Guardian - Travel

On the first night it was going fabulously.

The Guardian

It is a fabulously written account of regret, memory and the subtleties and challenges of a long successful marriage.

The Guardian - Books

If we do not give every young person the skills and knowledge they need we will lock in a two-tier economy Ed Miliband "The generational question facing us is whether we are fated to be an economy and a country in which a few people do fabulously well, while most people work harder and harder just to keep their place," he said.

The Guardian

The peninsula, a big knuckle on the north-west coast of Scotland, remains fabulously overlooked and unspoiled.

The Guardian - Travel

In the screenplay, all of King's fabulously distinctive phrases had to be unpicked and convincingly respun.

The Guardian - Film

Espanyol's manager was sent off for calling the referee an hijo de puta, a son of a bitch, prompting a fabulously foul-mouthed post match press conference in which he bemoaned that the referee had gone for the obvious target.

The Guardian - Sport

"A machiavellian dandy... Pure coldheartedness... Fabulously insincere".

The Guardian - Film

But then the whole point of evenings on holiday is that you just sit outside in a fabulously slothful way, lounging around the table for hours after you've finished eating, without having to jump up to pack PE bags or deal with work emails, so you don't have to worry about whether you're going to trip over on the stairs.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "fabulously" to add emphasis and a positive tone when describing something exceptionally well-done or impressive. It's particularly effective in creative writing and informal communication.

Common error

Avoid using "fabulously" excessively in formal or professional writing. While it adds emphasis, it can sound informal and less appropriate than more neutral alternatives like "exceptionally" or "remarkably".

Linguistic Context

The adverb "fabulously" primarily functions to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, intensifying their meaning to denote something done in a wonderful, impressive, or extraordinary manner. Ludwig provides many examples of this usage.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

43%

Travel

8%

Lifestyle

3%

Less common in

Formal & Business

3%

Science

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "fabulously" functions as an adverb to enhance the meaning of verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, indicating something is done wonderfully or impressively. Ludwig confirms that this term is grammatically correct and sees frequent usage across various contexts, notably in News & Media. Although adaptable, using "fabulously" may lend a sense of informality to writing, and this should be considered in formal contexts. If you’re seeking alternative ways to convey a similar sentiment, consider words like "incredibly", "fantastically", or "wonderfully".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

incredibly

Focuses on the degree or extent to which something is done.

fantastically

Highlights the imaginative and extraordinary nature.

wonderfully

Emphasizes the delightful and pleasing aspect.

marvelously

Suggests something causing wonder or astonishment.

magnificently

Indicates grandeur and splendor in execution.

splendidly

Highlights the impressive and excellent quality.

gloriously

Conveys a sense of great beauty and delight.

exceptionally

Focuses on being out of the ordinary or superior.

outstandingly

Emphasizes standing out from the rest in a positive way.

remarkably

Highlights the quality of being worthy of attention.

FAQs

How can I use "fabulously" in a sentence?

You can use "fabulously" to describe something done in a wonderful or impressive manner. For example, "She performed "fabulously" at the concert, captivating the audience with her voice."

What are some alternatives to the word "fabulously"?

You can use alternatives like "incredibly", "fantastically", or "wonderfully" depending on the context.

Is it appropriate to use "fabulously" in formal writing?

While "fabulously" is widely understood, it may be too informal for some formal writing contexts. Consider using more neutral alternatives like "exceptionally" or "remarkably" in those situations.

What's the difference between "fabulously" and "magnificently"?

"Fabulously" generally implies something is done in a wonderful or impressive way, while "magnificently" emphasizes grandeur and splendor. The choice depends on the specific nuance you want to convey.