definitely

[ def-uh-nit-lee ]

adverb

1. in a clear and definite manner; unambiguously.
2. unequivocally; positively.

   Synonyms: certainly, absolutely

interjection

1. (used to express complete agreement or strong affirmation):

   Are you starting your diet tomorrow? Definitely!

definitely

/ ˈdɛfɪnɪtlɪ /

adverb

1. in a definite manner
2. sentence modifier certainly

   he said he was coming, definitely

sentence substitute

1. unquestionably: used to confirm an assumption by a questioner

Word History and Origins

Origin of definitely¹

First recorded in 1575–85; definite + -ly

Synonym Study

See clearly.

Example Sentences

Salah began playing music and Helen felt "it was definitely time to go, he was getting too cozy".

From BBC

Using multiple devices and browser tabs can result in errors and may even get you kicked out of the queue, which you definitely don't want.

From BBC

“He definitely doesn’t have as much curly hair as the Filipino one,” she joked while trying to gather her thoughts.

From Los Angeles Times

“I definitely vow to do the hard work,” Jurado finally said, looking down at the Santo Niño in her palm.

From Los Angeles Times

"I definitely thought about it. I even interviewed Robin Thicke," he said.

From BBC

Related Words

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