Definition

Adverb: Without a doubt; certainly; definitely. Used to express complete confidence in a statement.

Usage

"Assuredly" is a formal adverb used to emphasize that something is undoubtedly true or will definitely happen. It strengthens a statement, removing any possibility of doubt.

Examples

• The sun will assuredly rise tomorrow.
• She is assuredly the most qualified candidate for the position.
• If you continue to practice, you will assuredly improve.

Advanced Usage

• "Assuredly not": A strong, formal way to say "certainly not" or "definitely not."
  • This is assuredly not the outcome we wanted.
• Used to introduce a confirming or contrasting point with strong certainty.
  • The plan is risky. Assuredly, the potential rewards are great.

Variants and Related Words

• Assure (verb): To tell someone something positively to dispel any doubts.
  • I assure you, everything is under control.
• Assured (adjective): Confident or guaranteed.
  • He spoke in an assured manner.
  • An assured income.
• Assurance (noun): A positive declaration intended to give confidence; confidence or certainty in one's own abilities.
  • She gave me her assurance that it would be done.
  • He answered the question with assurance.

Synonyms

• Certainly
• Definitely
• Undoubtedly
• Unquestionably
• Indisputably

Antonyms

• Possibly
• Perhaps
• Doubtfully
• Uncertainly

Adverb

1. without a doubt
   • the grammar schools were assuredly not intended for the gentry alone