as in certainly
without any question
an incontrovertibly accurate measurement of the height of the mountain
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Recent Examples of incontrovertibly
When the optics are incontrovertibly bad, start selling the illusion.
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Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Nissan Leaf The third-generation of the Nissan Leaf is incontrovertibly the best.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 21 Dec. 2025
There’s something sacred about that—something incontrovertibly magical.
—Corey Buhay, Outside, 9 Sep. 2025
Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Nissan Leaf The third-generation of the Nissan Leaf is incontrovertibly the best.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 21 Dec. 2025
There’s something sacred about that—something incontrovertibly magical.
—Corey Buhay, Outside, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incontrovertibly
Adverb
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The price tag is certainly higher than most sandals on this list, but the handmade construction and all-day comfort help justify the investment.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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That’s certainly true, in the sense that entanglements among ancient, telepathic beings play out on a time scale us humans struggle to comprehend.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
7 June 2026
Adverb
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Celebrities dress to impress at Cannes, and Dern’s outfit at this year’s film festival definitely hit the mark.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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In between those two events, this rising pop star from New Zealand — boasting a sound that would definitely appeal to fans of Lorde — sat down with me for interview in the media room at BottleRock.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
Adverb
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Minneapolis in 2026 feels like an ideal launching pad for this musical, as its focus upon nurturing community and welcoming new immigrants will surely resonate with local audiences.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
7 June 2026
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Bigger assignments surely await him.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
7 June 2026
Adverb
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The crew here were clearly taught well.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Michelle, who asked that her last name not be published, remembers the day clearly.—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2026
Adverb
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While the station lacked the grandeur of its predecessors, the rats could sure scuttle in conveniently.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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And the Phillies, who are 19-8 since beginning the season 9-19, sure seem like a team the Padres will be battling for a playoff spot.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
Adverb
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That’s probably why the influencer chose to tow the cephalopod in a tank riding on a skateboard, complete with what appears to be a wireless aerator to supply the critter with oxygen.—
Joe Wilkins,
Futurism,
4 June 2026
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Researchers and organizations working on the front lines with the city’s homeless population would probably disagree.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
Adverb
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Set the scene Hamilton Island is undoubtedly the most glamorous in the archipelago, thanks to its high-end clientele who dock their yachts at the marina or land their jets at the Whitsundays’ only island airport.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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That’s the chess match aspect that’s undoubtedly playing out behind the scenes.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
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“Incontrovertibly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incontrovertibly. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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