dramatically

adverb B2 Neutral

Meaning

The adverb "dramatically" describes an action or change that is significant and often sudden, often evoking strong emotions or reactions.

💡 A common mistake is to confuse "dramatically" with "dramatic," using it to describe people rather than actions or changes.

Example Sentences

Did the weather change dramatically during your trip ?

The company's profits increased dramatically after launching the new product .

The company's profits increased dramatically after the new strategy implementation .

The weather changed dramatically after the storm passed .

Word in Context

Every morning Maria walks through the small park on her way to work and she usually watches the same elderly man feed the birds . This spring the park has changed dramatically ; new flowerbeds were planted and several benches were repaired . At first she worried that the work would make the place noisy , but it now feels calmer and cleaner . People sit quietly on the new benches and sometimes a street musician plays gentle tunes in the afternoon . Maria thinks that small improvements can make a big difference in everyday life , and she enjoys the short peaceful walk before her busy day .

Common Phrases

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