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

They warned this would "unquestionably" cause closures and job losses.

From BBC

But Jarmond’s biggest move was unquestionably pushing the school’s transition from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten as part of its efforts to remain a major player in college sports.

From Los Angeles Times

Top pub and restaurant bosses have warned the chancellor that tax rises in last month's Budget will "unquestionably" cause closures and job losses.

From BBC

He is unquestionably the best quarterback of all time, playing 23 seasons through age 45 and winning a record seven Super Bowls.

From Los Angeles Times

Project 2025 calls for an entire slate of policy decisions that will unquestionably harm individuals and American society rather than promote the common wealth as traditionally understood for centuries.

From Salon

Related Words

• absolutely
• definitely
• surely
• undeniably
• undoubtedly