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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Beyond the brand’s collaborations with snack and restaurant empires, Crocs has been absolutely cranking out collections with musicians, clothing brands and luxury designers.
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Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Apr. 2024
By the standards of modern presidential elections, that is an absolutely game-changing bump.
—John V. Kane, TIME, 29 Apr. 2024
Now is the perfect time to heed that warning, just like how Bess should absolutely see a dermatologist about the spot on her back that developed during her pregnancy.
—Bess Kalb, The New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2024
The Court already, in 1982, found that presidents are absolutely immune from civil-damages lawsuits for their official acts.
—The Editors, National Review, 29 Apr. 2024
Rocklin’s cozy outdoor amphitheater has hosted a bevy of shows over the last few years but, with absolutely no disrespect to those who have previously graced the stage, the names on this year’s calendar feel like a venue flexing into more bold and adventurous booking territory.
—Aaron Davis, Sacramento Bee, 28 Apr. 2024
However, Bloomberg and Reuters also reported on the same day that Bytedance absolutely would not sell TikTok under any circumstances.
—Maxwell Zeff / Gizmodo, Quartz, 26 Apr. 2024
Understanding the underlying cause of your hair loss is absolutely necessary in determining the best approach to halt and reverse any further damage to your hair and scalp.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 26 Apr. 2024
Tickets for the most promising San Diego jazz performances of the weekend are absolutely free.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Apr. 2024
Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Apr. 2024
By the standards of modern presidential elections, that is an absolutely game-changing bump.
—John V. Kane, TIME, 29 Apr. 2024
Now is the perfect time to heed that warning, just like how Bess should absolutely see a dermatologist about the spot on her back that developed during her pregnancy.
—Bess Kalb, The New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2024
The Court already, in 1982, found that presidents are absolutely immune from civil-damages lawsuits for their official acts.
—The Editors, National Review, 29 Apr. 2024
Rocklin’s cozy outdoor amphitheater has hosted a bevy of shows over the last few years but, with absolutely no disrespect to those who have previously graced the stage, the names on this year’s calendar feel like a venue flexing into more bold and adventurous booking territory.
—Aaron Davis, Sacramento Bee, 28 Apr. 2024
However, Bloomberg and Reuters also reported on the same day that Bytedance absolutely would not sell TikTok under any circumstances.
—Maxwell Zeff / Gizmodo, Quartz, 26 Apr. 2024
Understanding the underlying cause of your hair loss is absolutely necessary in determining the best approach to halt and reverse any further damage to your hair and scalp.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 26 Apr. 2024
Tickets for the most promising San Diego jazz performances of the weekend are absolutely free.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Apr. 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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