Many astronomers assume that the universe expands infinitely.
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Infinitely
/ˈɪnfɪnɪtli/
Synonyms for "infinitely" (96 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (20)
Adverb(2 words)
a outranceabroadabsolutelyabundantlyacervatimad infinitumall outbeyond all boundsbeyond comparebeyond comparisonbeyond measureboundlesslybroadlyceaseceaselesslycompletelyconstantly
Adverb(1 words)
Strong matches (28)
continuallycopiouslycountlesslydeaddownrightendlesslyessentiallyeternallyeverlastinglyextensivelyextremelyfar and nearfar and wideflat outforeverfundamentallyillimitablyimmeasurablyimmenselyin crowds
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Adverb(1 words)
Adverb(1 words)
Related words (48)
Adverb(3 words)
incomprehensiblyindefinitelyindestructiblyinexhaustiblyinnumerablyinterminablylimitlesslymeasurelesslymostmultitudinouslynever-endinglyno endnumerouslyon all sideson every sideperdurablyperenniallyperfectlypermanentlyperpetually
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prodigallyprofuselypurelyradicallyright and leftsteadilythicklytime without endto infinitytotallyunceasinglyunconditionallyunendinglyunequivocallyutterlyvastlywidelywith a vengeancewithout endwithout limitworld without end
Adverb(4 words)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: endlessly, a outrance, abroad, absolutely, abundantly.
- Sentence evidence is available for infinitely, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from wordnet, opengloss, moby, derived_reverse, and related lexical sources.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "infinitely".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "infinitely"
Keep "infinitely" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "infinitely" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "infinitely", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "infinitely" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
2 entriesadverbdegree adverb
More specific
2 entriesCollocations
6 entriesinfinitely divisibleinfinitely largeinfinitely longinfinitely manyinfinitely ofteninfinitely small
Derivations
3 entriesAntonyms
1 entriesSample sentences
12 total sentences available.
Life would be infinitely happier if we could only be born at the age of eighty and gradually approach eighteen.
Source: tatoeba (667977)
This website is more addicting than Facebook, and infinitely more useful.
Source: tatoeba (895920)
I have much studied both cats and philosophers. The wisdom of cats is infinitely superior.
Source: tatoeba (1319480)
Showing 4 of 12 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "infinitely"?
Closest matches include endlessly, a outrance, abroad, absolutely, abundantly.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "infinitely"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.