ab·so·lute·ly

ab·so·lute·ly
/ˈæbsəˌluːtli/ adv
1 : in an absolute way: such as
1 a : completely or totally

He is absolutely certain who will win.

Let me make one thing absolutely clear.

Keep absolutely quiet during the movie.

— often used to make a statement more forceful

We had an absolutely wonderful time.

I absolutely love the car.

His fans have gone absolutely crazy over his latest CD.

That restaurant serves absolutely the best food I've ever eaten.

1 b : with unlimited power

The king ruled absolutely.

2
— used in speech as a forceful way of saying “yes” or of expressing agreement

“Would you like to see a movie tonight?” “Absolutely!”

“We all need to work harder.” “Absolutely!”

Absolutely not is used in speech as a forceful way of saying “no” or of expressing disagreement.

“Do you think he's right?” “Absolutely not!”


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