definitely

Thân thiện

She will definitely arrive before noon.

Definition

Adverb: 1. Without any doubt; certainly: Used to emphasize that something is true or will happen. 2. In a clear and definite manner; unquestionably: Used to state something in a way that leaves no room for uncertainty.

Usage

• Position: Typically placed before the main verb, after a modal verb (like 'will', 'can'), or at the beginning/end of a sentence for emphasis.
• Function: Adds strong emphasis to a statement, making it absolute. It is often used in spoken and written English to express strong agreement or conviction.

Examples

• Before the main verb:
  • "I definitely want to go to the concert." (Emphasizes the strength of the desire.)
  • "She definitely finished her work on time."
• After a modal verb:
  • "We will definitely be there." (Confirms the future action without doubt.)
  • "You can definitely improve with practice."
• At the beginning or end of a sentence/clause:
  • "Definitely, that was the best movie I've seen this year."
  • "Are you coming?" "Yes, definitely." (A strong, standalone affirmation.)

Advanced Usage

• "Most definitely": A more emphatic form, used for even stronger agreement or certainty.
  • "Would you recommend it?" "Most definitely."
• For correcting or contradicting: Used to firmly state a fact against a possible doubt or misconception.
  • "He is definitely not lazy; he's just very careful."

Variants and Related Words

• Definite (Adjective): Clear, certain, not likely to change.
  • "We need a definite answer by tomorrow."
• Definitive (Adjective): Authoritative and final; the most complete of its kind.
  • "This is the definitive guide to the subject."

Synonyms

• Certainly: Without doubt (often interchangeable with ).
• Absolutely: Completely and without qualification.
• Unquestionably: In a way that cannot be doubted or questioned.
• Decidedly: Without doubt; undeniably (slightly more formal).
• Without a doubt: A common phrase expressing complete certainty.

Antonyms

• Possibly: Used to say something may happen or be true.
• Perhaps: Used to express uncertainty.
• Maybe: Used to express possibility or uncertainty.

Notes on Meaning

• Emphasis vs. Information: The word does not add new factual information but adds a layer of strong emphasis to the statement it modifies. It speaks to the speaker's conviction.
• Informal Agreement: In conversation, replying with "Definitely!" is a very common and natural way to say "Yes, I strongly agree" or "Yes, certainly."

Học thuật

Adverb

1. without question and beyond doubt
   • it was decidedly too expensive
   • she told him off in spades
   • by all odds they should win

Từ đồng nghĩa

• decidedly
• unquestionably
• emphatically
• in spades
• by all odds