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    • Synonyms definitely American [def-uh-nit-lee] / ˈdɛf ə nɪt li /

    adverb

    1. in a clear and definite manner; unambiguously.

    2. unequivocally; positively.

      Synonyms: certainly, absolutely

    interjection

    1. (used to express complete agreement or strong affirmation).

      Are you starting your diet tomorrow? Definitely!

    definitely British / ˈdɛfɪnɪtlɪ /

    adverb

    1. in a definite manner

    2. (sentence modifier) certainly

      he said he was coming, definitely

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    1. unquestionably: used to confirm an assumption by a questioner

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    Usage

    What does definitely mean? Definitely is an adverb that usually means certainly or without a doubt. It also has this meaning when it’s used as a single-word response.Definitely is also sometimes used as an adverb to describe an action as clearly defined or precise. When definitely is used as a single word in response to a question or other statement, it is called an interjection or sentence substitute. When used this way, it is very similar to saying certainly or absolutely.Example: I will definitely be there tomorrow—I promise.

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    See clearly.

    Etymology

    Origin of definitely

    First recorded in 1575–85; definite + -ly

    Compare meaning

    How does definitely compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

    • definitely vs. defiantly

    Example Sentences

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    "They've had a very difficult relationship growing up, but things are definitely improving and I hope one day they can both stay at my house together," he says.

    From BBC

    "There will be extra gifts this year – and definitely turkey and ham on Christmas Day."

    From BBC

    Longer dated yields are definitely on the rise in some markets, but the U.S.

    From Barron's

    My mom is very funny and very smart, and my mom and my dad and my sister tell great stories, so we definitely told stories all the time.

    From The Wall Street Journal

    I still think Sean Dyche's side are going to be fine, however, and they have definitely made strides since he took charge at the end of October.

    From BBC

    Related Words

    • absolutely
    • clearly
    • decidedly
    • doubtless
    • easily
    • finally
    • obviously
    • plainly
    • surely
    • undeniably
    • unequivocally
    • unquestionably

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