unquestionably

[ uhn-kwes-chuh-nuh-blee ]

adverb

1. in a way that is beyond question or doubt; certainly:

   Can you say that he is unquestionably guilty of this crime?

2. in a way that is above criticism or without exception:

   As a wife and mother, she is unquestionably devoted.

Word History and Origins

Origin of unquestionably¹

First recorded in 1610–20; unquestionab(le) ( def ) + -ly ( def )

Example Sentences

Cave’s film would unquestionably be more successful if it encouraged Kidman to use her full array of quirks.

From Salon

Johnson admitted mistakes were made and that "there were unquestionably things we should have done differently", but insisted that ministers had done their "level best" in difficult circumstances.

From BBC

He’s one of the greats, and he’s unquestionably elevated the Lakers.

From Los Angeles Times

But like any good lawyer — and Harris is unquestionably a good one — she then put the focus back on her opponent.

From Salon

Abruptly destroying them on the whim of a vengeful, 78-year-old would-be strongman whose definition of an ally is one that unquestionably does his bidding with no question of reciprocation is difficult to accept.

From Salon

Related Words

• absolutely
• definitely
• surely
• undeniably
• undoubtedly