altamente
“altamente” means “highly” in Spanish (to a great degree or extent).
highly, extremely
Also: greatly, very
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El nuevo software es altamente eficiente.
B1The new software is highly efficient.
La situación se considera altamente riesgosa.
B2The situation is considered extremely risky.
El jurado encontró su testimonio altamente creíble.
C1The jury found her testimony highly credible.
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Comes from the Spanish feminine adjective 'alta' (high/tall), combined with the common adverbial suffix '-mente.' This suffix comes from the Latin word *mens*, meaning 'mind' or 'manner,' literally translating the word as 'in a high manner.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'muy' instead of 'altamente'?
Yes, in most casual conversations, 'muy' (very) works fine. However, 'altamente' is a stronger, more descriptive word that often implies a formal or technical context, especially when discussing qualifications, probability, or risk.
Does 'altamente' relate to physical height?
While it comes from the word 'alto' (high/tall), 'altamente' is almost always used metaphorically to mean 'to a great degree' or 'extremely.' You wouldn't use it to describe how tall a tower is.