definitely

[def-uh-nit-lee] / ˈdɛf ə nɪt li /

ADVERB

certainly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absolutely clearly decidedly doubtless easily finally obviously plainly surely undeniably unequivocally unquestionably

WEAK

beyond any doubt categorically doubtlessly explicitly expressly far and away indubitably no ifs ands or buts about it positively specifically unmistakably without doubt without fail without question

Antonyms

STRONGEST

doubtedly doubtfully dubiously questionable questionably uncertain

WEAK

indefinitely

Example Sentences

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“It is definitely terrifying,” particularly the thought that her cancer might recur, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Since I think soy sauce is definitely the most fundamental of Washoku’s basic seasonings, I believe we must preserve the traditional method for the next generation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“I’ve definitely grown as the season has gone on,” Kirchner said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

"We're seeing a big rise... across all generations. The younger generation are definitely prioritising strength training, but even the older demographic."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

It wasn’t very clear, but two lights definitely appeared at the end of the dark road.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith

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