absolutely

/'æbsəlu:tli/

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Definition:

“Absolutely” is an adverb that means "totally" or "completely." It is used to emphasize that something is true without any doubt.

Usage Instructions:

You can use “absolutely” when you want to strongly agree with something or to say that something is true without any exceptions. It often adds emphasis to your statement.

Examples:

1. Strong Agreement:

   • "I am absolutely sure that we will win the game."
   • Here, “absolutely” emphasizes your confidence in winning.

2. Complete State:

   • "The cake is absolutely delicious!"
   • This means the cake is completely delicious, with no doubt about it.

3. Without Qualification:

   • "We are absolutely opposed to the idea of closing the park."
   • This means there is no doubt that the opposition to the idea is strong and complete.

Advanced Usage:

“Absolutely” can also be used informally as an intensifier to add emphasis to an adjective or another adverb: - "It's an absolutely stunning view." - "She was absolutely thrilled with the surprise."

Word Variants:

• Absolute (adjective): Means complete or total. Example: "He has absolute confidence in his team."
• Absoluteness (noun): The quality of being absolute. Example: "The absoluteness of his decision was surprising."

Different Meanings:

• In some contexts, “absolutely” can indicate a strong affirmation, almost like saying "yes" emphatically. For example, if someone asks, "Do you want to go to the concert?" you might say, "Absolutely!"

Synonyms:

• Definitely
• Completely
• Totally
• Entirely
• Unquestionably

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

While “absolutely” isn’t commonly found in idioms or phrasal verbs, you can use it in phrases like: - "You can be absolutely sure of that." (meaning you can trust that statement completely)

Summary:

“Absolutely” is a powerful word that helps you express strong certainty or completeness. Use it when you want to emphasize how true or strong something is, whether it’s agreement, quality, or a state of being.

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Adverb

1. totally and definitely; without question
   • we are absolutely opposed to the idea
   • he forced himself to lie absolutely still
   • iron is absolutely necessary
2. completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
   • an absolutely magnificent painting
   • a perfectly idiotic idea
   • you're perfectly right
   • utterly miserable
   • you can be dead sure of my innocence
   • was dead tired
   • dead right

Synonyms

• perfectly
• utterly
• dead