IMPOSSIBLY Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

impossibly

adverb

Definition of impossibly

as in incredibly

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Recent Examples of impossibly In the distance, a huge mobile crane, or some other piece of machinery, loomed, impossibly tall, shimmering in the air like a mirage. — Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026 What feels worth the money When buying a home feels impossibly far, the math behind a small treat can start to look different. — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026 Ride Lonesome is amorphous, hazy, dappled, and almost impossibly pretty. — Jon Dolan, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2026 For an art gallery outing in Los Angeles yesterday, Zendaya looked impossibly cool in a monochromatic outfit. — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for impossibly

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Indeed, the diamond was quite an exquisite addition, considering that such gemstones over 10 carats are incredibly rare.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
For now, this perfect mix of burgeoning youth and senior leadership has come together to create an incredibly deep team with big dreams.

— Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 11 Oct. 2026

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Played with exquisite, improbably expressive steeliness by Florence Pugh, Cathy does not awaken from nowhere as a predator.

— Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026
The Corner Store’s cocktail list includes martinis inspired by everything from prosciutto and melon to cacio e pepe, and even an improbably fancy artichoke dip.

— Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026

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