Absolutely — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Absolutely
Absolutely (adverb)
- in an absolute manner
- completely or totally —often used as an intensive
- with unlimited power
Absolutely (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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in a complete or unlimited way
"She's absolutely certain she remembered to lock the door before leaving."
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Absolutely
The most common words with a similar meaning to Absolutely:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Absolutely
Words with the opposite meaning of Absolutely:
Origin & Etymology of Absolutely
Middle English, from absolut absolute + -ly -ly:2
First known use: 14th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Absolutely
- CEFR level: B1 English Vocabulary — Page 1
- Topics: Common Phrases & Expressions
Frequently Asked Questions about Absolutely
What does "Absolutely" mean?
"Absolutely" means in an absolute manner. As an adverb, it is defined as: in an absolute manner.
What is another word for "Absolutely"?
Other words for "Absolutely" include altogether, completely, downright, entirely, flat-out, fully, positively and purely. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Absolutely" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Absolutely"?
There are 76 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Absolutely". Common alternatives include altogether, completely, downright, entirely, flat-out, fully, positively, purely, radically and thoroughly.
What is the opposite of "Absolutely"?
Antonyms of "Absolutely" include barely, hardly, just, kind of, marginally, minimally, scarcely and slightly.
How do you use "Absolutely" in a sentence?
Examples of "Absolutely" in a sentence: "She's absolutely certain she remembered to lock the door before leaving.".
Is "Absolutely" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Absolutely" is an adverb.
Is "Absolutely" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B1-level word, "Absolutely" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.
How do you pronounce "Absolutely"?
"Absolutely" is pronounced /ˈab-sə-ˌlüt-lē/ and divided into syllables as ab·so·lute·ly.