merkingarlega
merkingarlega is an Icelandic adverb meaning “remarkably” or “in a remarkable manner.” It is used to emphasize the degree or quality of an action, attribute, or phenomenon and can modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. In practice, it tends to appear in written Icelandic, including descriptive prose, journalism, and scholarly writing, where a high level of emphasis is intended. In everyday speech, speakers are more likely to use more common intensifiers such as merkilega or simply rely on contextual emphasis.
Etymology and form: The word is formed from the concept of marking or noting something as noteworthy,
Usage notes: Merkingarlega conveys a stronger or more formal sense of emphasis than everyday adjectives alone.