inordinately

USAGE SUMMARY

'inordinately' is a perfectly correct and usable word in written English.
It is an adverb that means "in an extreme or excessive way." For example, "He was inordinately pleased with the results of the experiment."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Encyclopedias

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

McEwan also told graduates that they were now standing "on one of life's various summits", warning them not to "be taken in by those who tell you that life is short", because it's "inordinately long".

The Guardian - Books

The Bikers, however, who are only half north-western, make a white sauce with flour, milk and cream; Manchester girl Boggiano mixes her cheese with creme fraiche; and Kentish lad Bates goes for a kind of rich, cheesy quiche made from eggs and double cream, which I enjoy inordinately – but it works better as a cold, hand-held pie than the warm dinner I'm hoping for.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

Sitting at a table surround by adults, as Sunday lunch was served, I felt inordinately smug that I'd escaped the kids' table for once in my life.

The Guardian - Opinion

He was so adamant that he had not hit the ball and so exasperated that the umpire had raised his finger that he declined to leave the field for an inordinately long time.

The Guardian - Sport

The corollary, of course, is that the states' cost of borrowing is inordinately high.

The Economist

You could translate it as "to think oneself into the beyond".Russians are inordinately proud of their tongue's complexity.

The Economist

George Bush was inordinately proud of winning 44% of Latinos in 2004.

The Economist

Moreover, Japan borrows inordinately through short-term debt.

The Economist

Equities have almost completed the transition but the telephone still plays an inordinately important role in the bond market.

The Economist

The special regimes are inordinately generous, allowing many workers to retire on full pensions at the age of 55, and some as early as 50.

The Economist

It lies on a main drug-trafficking route, for instance; but so do some EU members, such as Bulgaria and even Austria.It is widely believed that Albanians, including Kosovars, play an inordinately large role in Europe's drug cartels, but research does not often bear this out.

The Economist

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "inordinately" when you want to emphasize that something is beyond what is considered normal or reasonable. It adds a layer of sophistication to your writing compared to simpler adverbs like 'very' or 'extremely'.

Common error

Avoid using "inordinately" in very casual or informal settings. It can sound stilted or overly formal in everyday conversation or less formal writing. Choose a more natural-sounding alternative like "really" or "super" instead.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "inordinately" is to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. It functions as an adverb of degree, intensifying the quality or action it describes. Ludwig provides numerous examples demonstrating this usage.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

48%

Encyclopedias

19%

Science

17%

Less common in

Formal & Business

8%

Wiki

0%

Social Media

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "inordinately" is a versatile adverb signifying an exceptional degree of something, more than what is considered normal. Ludwig AI confirms its grammatical correctness and usability. While it appears most frequently in news, encyclopedias, and scientific contexts, it should be used judiciously in informal settings. For alternatives, consider "excessively" or "unduly" depending on the specific nuance you wish to convey. Understanding these subtle differences and usage patterns will enhance your writing and communication skills.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

excessively

Focuses on the idea of exceeding a normal or acceptable limit.

unduly

Suggests that something is inappropriately or unjustifiably high or extreme.

disproportionately

Highlights an imbalance or lack of proper relation between things.

immoderately

Emphasizes a lack of restraint or moderation.

extremely

Indicates a very high degree, but can sometimes lack the nuance of "inordinately".

unreasonably

Focuses on the lack of logic or justification for something being excessive.

overly

Implies something is 'too' much, often with a negative connotation.

remarkably

Emphasizes the noteworthiness of the degree or extent.

exceptionally

Highlights the deviation from the norm in a positive or neutral way.

particularly

Singles out the degree as significant.

FAQs

How to use "inordinately" in a sentence?

"Inordinately" is an adverb used to describe something that is excessively or unusually large or great. For example, "He was "inordinately proud" of his achievements".

What can I say instead of "inordinately"?

You can use alternatives like "excessively", "unduly", or "disproportionately" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "inordinately" or "ordinately"?

"Inordinately" is the correct word. "Ordinately" means in an orderly manner, which has a completely different meaning.

What's the difference between "inordinately" and "extremely"?

"Inordinately" implies a greater degree of excessiveness or deviation from the norm than "extremely". "Extremely" simply indicates a high degree, while "inordinately" suggests something is inappropriately or unusually large or great.