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absolutely
adverb as in certainly, without question
Strongest matches
actually, categorically, definitely, doubtless, exactly, positively, precisely, really, surely, truly, unconditionally, unquestionably
Weak matches
come hell or high water, conclusively, decidedly, decisively, easily, for sure, no ifs ands or buts, no strings attached, on the button, on the money, on the nose, right on, straight out, sure as can be, sure as hell, sure enough, the very thing, unambiguously
adverb as in in a complete manner, degree
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Example Sentences
"I'm absolutely baffled by the whole thing - I've still had no contact whatsoever from the Bangladeshi authorities despite them spreading malicious allegations about me for a year-and-a-half now," she said.
I was nonplussed at a 1992 symposium in Vienna when a hall filled with international art world denizens went absolutely wild, cheering and stomping when Kelley was introduced on a panel.
Asked whether he would return, he said: "Yes absolutely...I made some friends in the area so will definitely come back."
Rivals sensed something else might be going on, something based on the way McLaren have operated this season, in trying to be absolutely fair to both drivers.
Helen, from Bingley, had also took part in the event and was waiting to get home, but said: "I'm absolutely not considering running back!"
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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