How to use absolutely in a sentence. Used for adding force to a strong adjective that is not usually used with very… See examples of absolutely used in a sentence. Some people say absolutely as an emphatic way of saying yes or of agreeing with someone They say absolutely not as an emphatic way of saying no or of disagreeing with someone. Definition of absolutely adverb in oxford advanced learner's dictionary
Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. The use of absolutely as an intensive to mean very or indeed is often proscribed in formal registers, as it traditionally conveys an unconditional sense, rather than a degree. Wordreference random house learner's dictionary of american english © 2025 ab•so•lute•ly /ˌæbsəˈlutli/ adv It is absolutely necessary to finish on time (used as an interjection) certainly Aren't you tired after studying all night
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