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   ab·so·lute·ly

   /ˈabsəˌlo͞otlē/

   adverb

   • 1. with no qualification, restriction, or limitation; totally: "she trusted him absolutely" Similar completelytotallyutterlyperfectlyentirelywhollyfullyquitebeyondthoroughlyunreservedlydefinitelycertainlypositivelyunconditionallycategoricallyunquestionablyno doubtundoubtedlywithout (a) doubtwithout questionsurelyunequivocallyexactlypreciselydecisivelyconclusivelymanifestlyin every way/respectone hundred percentevery inchto the hiltinformal:deadautocraticallydespoticallydictatoriallytyrannicallytyrannouslyin an authoritarian mannerarbitrarilyimperiouslydomineeringlyhigh-handedlywith draconian powersautonomouslyunrestrictedlysupremelyfullyutterlyunconditionallytotallyomnipotentlywithout challengewithout checkwithout checks and balanceswithout let or hindranceOpposite partially
   • ▪ used to emphasize a strong or exaggerated statement: "he absolutely adores that car"
   • ▪ none whatsoever: "she had absolutely no idea what he was talking about"
   • ▪ used to express and emphasize one's assent or agreement: informal "“Did they give you a free hand when you joined the band?” “Absolutely!”"
   • 2. independently; not viewed in relation to other things or factors: "white-collar crime increased both absolutely and in comparison with other categories"
   • 3. (of a verb) without a stated object.

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   completely; beyond any doubt: You are absolutely right.

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   The meaning of ABSOLUTELY is in an absolute manner. How to use absolutely in a sentence.

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   Definition of absolutely adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   When something is absolute, it's total and complete. When something is absolutely the case, it's going to be that way — no ifs, ands, or buts. When you want to be certain that there is no doubt about what you mean, then you say that it's absolutely that way.

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   Absolutely definition: without exception; completely; wholly; entirely. See examples of ABSOLUTELY used in a sentence.

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   ABSOLUTELY meaning: 1. completely: 2. used for adding force to a strong adjective that is not usually used with "very…. Learn more.

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   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.

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   1. a. Without qualification or restriction; completely: The substance was absolutely pure. b. Used as an intensive: I absolutely love that restaurant. That's absolutely ridiculous. 2. As you say. Used to indicate agreement. 3. Grammar. a. In a manner that does not take an object. b. In an absolute relationship.

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    Without qualification or restriction; completely. The substance was absolutely pure. American Heritage. Completely or unconditionally. Webster's New World. Used as an intensive. I absolutely love that restaurant. That's absolutely ridiculous. American Heritage. As you say. Used to indicate agreement. American Heritage.

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    1. Absolutely means totally and completely. [emphasis] [...] 2. 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. [emphasis] [...] More. Synonyms of 'absolutely' • completely, totally, perfectly [...]