undoubtedly

[ uhn-dou-tid-lee ]

adverb

1. certainly or definitely; without doubt:

   Seats will undoubtedly sell out fast for this one-night performance.

Word History and Origins

Origin of undoubtedly¹

First recorded in 1500–50; undoubted ( def ) + -ly ( def )

Example Sentences

She continued to call Oliver “an undoubtedly intelligent person spouts absolute bull***t to support something he wants to be true, but isn’t.”

From Salon

Asked if the rise in employers’ contributions would make that situation worse, Phillips replied “undoubtedly”, but added the government had announced further investment in childcare.

From BBC

While he has undoubtedly claimed his place as the best clay-court player ever, Nadal ranks fifth for the most ATP titles and sits behind his long-term rival Djokovic for the most Grand Slams.

From BBC

But just as some are revelling in the promise of governance influenced by Christianity, others are undoubtedly nervous.

From BBC

The trauma of recent months has undoubtedly damaged his interest in dating.

From BBC

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