absolutely
adverb
ab·so·lute·ly
ˈab-sə-ˌlüt-lē 
ˌab-sə-ˈlüt-
1
: in an absolute manner: such as
a
: completely or totally
absolutely certain
an absolutely clear explanation
—often used as an intensivean absolutely brilliant performance
an absolutely awful experience
You're absolutely right.
b
: with unlimited power
ruling absolutely
2
a
—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!"
b
—used in speech in the phrase absolutely not as a forceful way of saying "no" or of expressing disagreement
"Do you think he's right?" "Absolutely not!"
3
mathematics
: with respect to absolute values
an absolutely convergent series
Examples of absolutely in a Sentence
He is absolutely certain who will win.
Let me make one thing absolutely clear.
Keep absolutely quiet during the movie.
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Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 July 2024
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The crispy, flavorful chips are absolutely greaseless, the salsas snappy and fresh, the mahi-mahi fish tacos perfect, and the Pollo Cremoso—a boneless rolled chicken breast, stuffed with Monterey Jack cheese and topped with a creamy poblano sauce—is a decadent treat.
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There was absolutely nothing going on at all at first.
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Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 July 2024
Although value must be considered in the context of what services are being provided in return, there has been absolutely no oversight over how exactly this funding is being spent.
—Alex Freeman, Sun Sentinel, 23 July 2024
The crispy, flavorful chips are absolutely greaseless, the salsas snappy and fresh, the mahi-mahi fish tacos perfect, and the Pollo Cremoso—a boneless rolled chicken breast, stuffed with Monterey Jack cheese and topped with a creamy poblano sauce—is a decadent treat.
—Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 23 July 2024
There was absolutely nothing going on at all at first.
—Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 22 July 2024
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absolutely
adverb
ab·so·lute·ly
ˈab-sə-ˌlüt-lē
ˌab-sə-ˈlüt-
: in an absolute way : completely or definitely
you are absolutely right
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