definitely

adverb

ˈde-fə-nit-lē How to pronounce definitely (audio)
Definition of definitelynext
as in certainly
without any question that is definitely the kind of dog we're looking to adopt

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Recent Examples of definitely Keeping shrubs trimmed will definitely help to cut back on the mosquito population, especially the shrubs closest to your seating areas like the patio. — The Spruce, 2 July 2026 Throwing a multi-day wedding celebration at Madison Square Garden definitely isn’t cheap, but for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, cost is no obstacle. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 2 July 2026 In another video, the 39-year-old Kiwi and 46-year-old Ukrainian busted out some of their famous moves on the grass to christen the house, and seem definitely OK with the decision to relocate. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 Freeing Experts For Client Collaboration And Creativity AI has definitely flattened the pyramid. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for definitely
Recent Examples of Synonyms for definitely
  1. certainly
  2. surely
  3. sure
  4. clearly
  5. probably
  6. really
Adverb
  • Sometimes, were stymied because the conduct is based, the servers are based, outside of certainly Manhattan, but in many instances outside the United States.
    — Tim McNicholas, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • The fact that my son and his girlfriend live in Kansas City certainly helped spark our newfound fascination.
    — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
Definition of certainly
Adverb
  • The legendary Modrić surely just played his last World Cup match and perhaps his final international game for Croatia.
    — Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 3 July 2026
  • The former Crystal Palace right-back has never played in the second-tier Championship but keeping him this summer would surely benefit the club’s push for instant promotion back to the top flight.
    — Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of surely
Adverb
  • Even if certain Americans don’t always see it, international investors sure do.
    — Frank Holmes, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • The AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation might've taken the Editors' Choice title for their extra frills, but these entry-level buds sure hold their own in the open-ear category.
    — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 1 July 2026
Definition of sure
Adverb
  • But the idea of luxury accessories serving as emotional armor amid economic uncertainty clearly resonates with consumers and marketeers capitalizing on the phenomenon.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
  • Haaland clearly came into the World Cup intending to love it.
    — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of clearly
Adverb
  • The concept would probably face opposition from Altadenans who have rallied by the hundreds to oppose building permits for multiple homes on individual parcels.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • But that’s probably more a 2027 story than a 2026 one, as both governments look to see the path oil prices take, noted Kaneva.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Definition of probably
Adverb
  • However, none of them will really turn heads like the Tetra, or offer anything resembling a rear suspension.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 July 2026
  • Here is everything to know about how common anxiety in dogs really is, what the research says about scent work and how to start using it at home.
    — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
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