without doubt
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Definition
- Adverb:
- Certainly, undoubtedly: Used to emphasize that something is definitely true or will definitely happen.
- Admittedly, it must be conceded: Used to introduce a statement that confirms or acknowledges a fact, often before adding a contrasting point.
Usage Examples
Adverb (Certainly):
- She is, without doubt, the best candidate for the job.
- This is without doubt the finest restaurant in the city.
Adverb (Admittedly):
- Without doubt, the task is difficult, but we must try.
- He is, without doubt, a hard worker, though he sometimes lacks creativity.
Advanced Usage
"without a shadow of a doubt": An emphatic variant meaning with absolute certainty.
- I can say without a shadow of a doubt that she is innocent.
Used to introduce a concessive clause, confirming one point to strengthen a following argument.
- Without doubt, the initial cost is high; however, the long-term savings are significant.
Variants and Related Words
- Undoubtedly (adv): Without doubt; certainly.
- She is undoubtedly talented.
- Indisputably (adv): In a way that cannot be challenged or denied.
- This is indisputably the correct answer.
- Unquestionably (adv): Not open to question; beyond doubt.
- He is unquestionably the leader.
Synonyms
- Certainly
- Definitely
- Unquestionably
- Indisputably
- Undeniably
Related Phrases
- Beyond (a) doubt: To a degree that eliminates any uncertainty.
- His guilt was proved beyond doubt.
- No doubt: Very probably; admittedly. (Note: "No doubt" can sometimes imply less certainty than "without doubt").
- No doubt you are tired after your long journey.
Notes on Usage
- "Without doubt" functions as a sentence adverb, often set off by commas for emphasis.
- It is used in both formal and informal contexts to express strong conviction or to make a concession.
- The phrase is typically not split; it is used as a complete unit ("without doubt," not "without any doubt" in this specific phrasal form, though "without a doubt" is also common).
Adverb
- admittedly
- to be sure, he is no Einstein