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absolutely
[ab-suh-loot-lee, ab-suh-loot-]
adverb
without exception; completely; wholly; entirely.
You are absolutely right.
Synonyms: ,without doubt or reservation; positively; certainly.
I'll absolutely support your candidacy.
Synonyms: , ,(of a transitive verb) without an object.
interjection
(used emphatically to express complete agreement or unqualified assent).
Do you think it will work? Absolutely!
absolutely
/ ˌæəˈːٱɪ /
adverb
in an absolute manner, esp completely or perfectly
yes; certainly; unquestionably
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of absolutely1
Example Sentences
On Sunday, Sir Richard, who will step down in the autumn after five years in the role, said he was "absolutely delighted" with the "historic appointment" of his colleague.
"It was absolutely amazing," he said of the ceremony.
A GEL spokesperson said the utility "absolutely understands the strength of feeling amongst some islanders" and the "impact on customers already struggling with the cost of living".
She said the family was "devastated and absolutely heartbroken".
"There is this mental block in Australia and also this emotional block - a fear of abandonment, this idea that we can't defend ourselves alone. But we absolutely can if we have to."
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