DECIDEDLY Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

decidedly

adverb

as in undoubtedly

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as in strongly

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Recent Examples of decidedly Native Americans smoking peyote in ceremony, the CIA experimenting with LSD — tripping was seen as decidedly fringe. — Claire Hoffman, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026 The difference is that Alex, the latest creation of actor and writer Sharon Horgan, is freshly 50 — decidedly not the age of your average rom-com lead. — Alison Herman, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026 Max Mara also focused on the maxiskirt, showcasing a minimalist, form-fitting, and decidedly sexy cut. — Emma Bocchi, Glamour, 20 Sep. 2026 Highs may struggle to get much beyond the mid to upper 60s by Tuesday, giving us a decidedly fall-like feel right as astronomical fall arrives. — Kate Bilo, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026 The vibe, the fish out of water scenario that grows bigger and bigger as the film goes on does decidedly feel like Resident Evil. — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2026 Instead, Bella’s formula is to take one warm-weather favorite and give it a few decidedly fall-minded accompaniments. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026 More While Amodei has suggested an antitrust waiver for coordinating on capability slowdown, the proposal from Banks and Schiff is decidedly narrower. — Ashley Gold, semafor.com, 17 Sep. 2026 The dress was elevated by the feathery fabric used to created the look, with each plume decidedly placed for a sleek aesthetic. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for decidedly

Adverb

Forty-six years later, women have undoubtedly made enormous strides in the workplace.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 23 Sep. 2026
Highlights from the collection, where the standard is high enough to undoubtedly make headlines the day of the sale, are below.

— Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of undoubtedly

Adverb

On Friday, the pope strongly reiterated the Church's pro-life teachings, criticizing initiatives to allow assisted dying for those who have incurable illnesses.

— Joshua McElwee, Arkansas Online, 26 Sep. 2026
DeRosa will portray Natalia Morales, Francisco’s supportive wife who believes strongly in family.

— Denise Petski, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of strongly

Adverb

Schlosser definitely got the job done Friday night, rushing for 111 yards and scoring a touchdown to rally Oak Lawn to a 21-14 South Suburban Red victory in overtime over host Evergreen Park.

— Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026
Lovely feeling in this prewar apartment, with nice light and plenty of space — definitely pretty far out, though.

— Nora DeLigter, Curbed, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of definitely

Adverb

In fact, Mickes and Wixted have found that, in many exoneration cases, a witness resolutely identified a person in court despite having dithered and debated during the initial photo lineup.

— Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2026
Downstairs remains resolutely public — and arguably more interesting.

— Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of resolutely

Adverb

James is in the waning stages of his legendary career and unquestionably wants to win another title before retirement.

— Tony Jones, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Business development is often portrayed as a relationship discipline, and relationships unquestionably matter.

— Brian Ferdinand, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of unquestionably

Adverb

Blue-collar Ho-seok (Sul), a man traumatized by losing his factory job after a workers’ strike, lives a quiet life with his determinedly optimistic wife, Mi-ok (Jeon).

— Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026
The few street names in Happy Haven were determinedly upbeat, with Christian undertones.

— Stephen King, The Atlantic, 15 May 2026

Definition of determinedly

Adverb

Unloading about the time-travel stuff is important, but what really lifts some of the burden from Julia’s shoulders is being able to talk about Claire with Davina.

— Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2026
The second-year starting linebacker was an all-conference selection last season and has really turned it up a notch as a senior.

— Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of really

Adverb

Xi appears to be in a stronger position, having overseen a surge in China's trade and firmly in control of supplies of rare earth minerals that give him powerful leverage.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 25 Sep. 2026
The play seems to want to flirt with the idea of Grand Guignol, even if remains more firmly rooted in the land of Samuel Beckett.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 24 Sep. 2026

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