exotically
gb/ɪɡzˈɑtɪkəli/ us/ɪɡzˈɑtɪkəli/
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adverb
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property
1
in an excitingly foreign way
in a way that feels unusual and foreign
Patrón de uso:
[something] looks/smells/tastes/feels exotically [adjective]
Error frecuente:
Do not use it to mean simply 'fancy' or 'expensive' without an idea of foreignness or unusualness.
Sinónimos
unusually (emphasizes difference, not necessarily foreignness)
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strikingly (focuses on strong visual impact)
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distinctively (highlights a clear, noticeable style)
Antónimos
plainly (without special or unusual features)
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ordinarily (in a normal, familiar way)
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conventionally (following common styles or norms)
Colocaciones
exotically beautiful
|exotically dressed
|exotically styled
|exotically decorated
|exotically scented
|exotically colored
|exotically flavored
|exotically named
|exotically different
|exotically attractive
Temas
culture
|travel
|appearance
|food
Ejemplos
- She arrived exotically dressed, with bright fabrics and intricate jewelry.
- The restaurant is dimly lit and exotically decorated with carved wooden screens.
- He described the city as exotically beautiful and a little overwhelming.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The room was exotically decorated.
- The perfume smelled exotically sweet.
adverb
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relation
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in a way from far away
in a way that seems to come from a faraway place
Patrón de uso:
[something] is exotically [adjective] (from/in [place])
Error frecuente:
Not used for places that are merely 'nice' or 'warm'; it suggests unfamiliarity to the speaker.
Sinónimos
tropically (more specific; only for tropical associations)
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foreignly (rare and less natural; focuses on foreign origin)
Antónimos
locally (associated with the local area)
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natively (belonging to the region where something originates)
Colocaciones
exotically tropical
|exotically fragrant
|exotically lush
|exotically bright
|exotically patterned
|exotically spiced
|exotically scented flowers
|exotically colored birds
|exotically shaped leaves
|exotically furnished
Temas
travel
|nature
|culture
Ejemplos
- The garden was filled with exotically colored birds from the aviary.
- They served fish with an exotically spiced sauce inspired by coastal Southeast Asia.
- Her balcony was planted with exotically lush greenery that needed constant misting.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The market sold exotically spiced tea.
- The hotel lobby was exotically furnished.
adverb
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property
3
in an unusually distinctive way
in a rare or unusual way
Patrón de uso:
[something] is exotically [adjective]/[past_participle]
Error frecuente:
Avoid using it for any small difference; it implies a strong sense of unusualness.
Sinónimos
oddly (can sound more negative or critical)
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remarkably (emphasizes noticeability, not 'exotic' flavor)
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unconventionally (focuses on breaking norms rather than rarity)
Antónimos
typically (in a usual, expected way)
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normally (in an ordinary manner)
Colocaciones
exotically shaped
|exotically proportioned
|exotically complex
|exotically rare
|exotically different
|exotically mismatched
|exotically detailed
|exotically patterned
|exotically textured
|exotically named
Temas
description
|appearance
Ejemplos
- The building is exotically shaped, with curved walls that look almost fluid.
- She chose an exotically long title for the book to stand out online.
- The dessert was exotically textured—crisp, chewy, and melting all at once.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The flowers were exotically shaped.
- He picked an exotically long name.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
exotically
AFI
GB/ɪɡzˈɑtɪkəli/
US/ɪɡzˈɑtɪkəli/
Sílabas y acento
exot - ic - ally (3 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (ic)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: exotically
- Plural: exoticallies
Familia de palabras
Forms
exoticallies
noun
Core family
exotic
adjective B1
Advanced or less common
exoticism
noun
exoticize
verb
Expresiones
exotically beautiful
1/ɪɡzˈɑtɪkəli bjˈutɪfəl/
fixed phrase
beautiful in an unusual way
beautiful in an unusual, foreign-seeming way
Ejemplos
- The island looked exotically beautiful at sunset.
- She wore a simple dress that made her look exotically beautiful.
- The film lingers on exotically beautiful landscapes.
exotically dressed
1/ɪɡzˈɑtɪkəli dɹˈɛst/
fixed phrase
wearing foreign-looking clothes
wearing unusual, foreign-style clothes
Ejemplos
- A few guests were exotically dressed in silk robes and embroidered jackets.
- In the photos, the band members are exotically dressed to match the album’s theme.
- He felt overdressed next to the exotically dressed performers.
exotically flavored
1/ɪɡzˈɑtɪkəli flˈeɪvɚd/
fixed phrase
having unusual foreign flavors
tasting like unusual, foreign food
Ejemplos
- They served exotically flavored cocktails with ginger and lemongrass.
- The sauce is exotically flavored but not very spicy.
- She ordered an exotically flavored ice cream made with cardamom.