different between unbelievably vs utterly

English

unbelievable +? -ly

unbelievably (comparative more unbelievably, superlative most unbelievably)

(manner) In a manner that one does not or cannot believe.
He gestured unbelievably. Everyone knew he was faking his illness.
(degree) To an extent not to be believed.
His face turned unbelievably blue. We realized he was actually choking.
(evaluative) Contrary to expectations, amazingly.
Unbelievably, Rudy saved the man's life but got sued for breaking two of his ribs.

utter +? -ly

utterly (not comparable)

completely, entirely, to the fullest extent
Well, now we are utterly lost.
I have failed you utterly.

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