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as in arbitrary
exercising power or authority without interference by others
Russia's absolute monarchy effectively ceased to be when Czar Nicholas II promised to share power with a legislative body
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as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
ironing is an absolute bore I want the absolute truth
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as in perfect
being entirely without fault or flaw
a formal living room decorated with absolute taste
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as in pure
free from added matter
absolute alcohol
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as in conclusive
serving to put an end to all debate or questioning
absolute proof of her innocence
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Recent Examples of absolute
The Scottish are absolute legends.
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Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026
The true greats are both ruthless competitors and absolute fools — often at the same time.
—Britina Cheng, Vulture, 12 June 2026
The Vizio 65-inch Quantum Smart TV is an absolute budget champion that brings high-end, multi-driver color performance down to an entry-level price bracket.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026
The mayor would have absolute legislative authority, despite not being required to attend public council meetings.
—Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
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Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026
The true greats are both ruthless competitors and absolute fools — often at the same time.
—Britina Cheng, Vulture, 12 June 2026
The Vizio 65-inch Quantum Smart TV is an absolute budget champion that brings high-end, multi-driver color performance down to an entry-level price bracket.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026
The mayor would have absolute legislative authority, despite not being required to attend public council meetings.
—Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absolute
Adjective
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The anniversary feels arbitrary to Tran, a math teacher.—
Terry Tang,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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And not simply the tariff policies, but the arbitrary on and off nature of them.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Rose quartz is known to open the heart chakra and promote unconditional love.—
Dahlia Gallin Ramirez,
New Yorker,
9 June 2026
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The powerful day — like many of our other portals — has its origins in numerology, as the number six represents a time of unconditional compassion and nurturing.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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The Sparks were nearly perfect in the first quarter before committing their first turnover with under five minutes to play.—
Jordan Puente,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The presidential suite has ergonomic desks and chairs (perfect for a working vacation) and brown leather details that give a cozy feel, plus floor-to-ceiling windows with unparalleled, unobstructed views of the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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The signature smart bed lifts at the head so guests can prop up and watch television, a feature born of pure necessity.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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At its purest level, football’s appeal lies in its universality.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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There’s no conclusive evidence of alien life or government cover-ups.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
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However, a three-judge panel selected by the executive committee for a legal assessment of the findings found that the investigation was not conclusive enough.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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After the Boston Tea Party, the British government cracked down on the colonies with a series of oppressive laws known as the Intolerable Acts.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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Outside the stadium, protesters clashed over Iran’s oppressive regime and its place in the tournament as players vowed to rise above politics and unite Iranians through soccer.—
Iliana Limón Romero,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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The battle that follows — a muddy and mean scrum — is even more ghastly, partly for its utter pointlessness.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
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All to the utter indifference of a Hollywood that hadn’t even bothered to hear of him.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
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The discovery is so surprising because even though AGNs are rich with gas and dust — the building blocks of planets — the turbulent conditions within the disks wouldn't generally be considered ideal for forming planets.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
14 June 2026
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Full coverage is ideal for deeper discoloration, while a buildable medium lends a natural-looking finish.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
13 June 2026
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“Absolute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absolute. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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