absolutely
adverb
ab·so·lute·ly
ˈab-sə-ˌlüt-lē 
ˌab-sə-ˈlüt-
1
: in an absolute manner: such as
a
: completely or totally
absolutely certain
an absolutely clear explanation
—often used as an intensivean absolutely brilliant performance
an absolutely awful experience
You're absolutely right.
b
: with unlimited power
ruling absolutely
2
a
—used in speech as a forceful way of saying "yes" or of expressing agreement
"Would you like to see a movie tonight?" "Absolutely!"
"We all need to work harder." "Absolutely!"
b
—used in speech in the phrase absolutely not as a forceful way of saying "no" or of expressing disagreement
"Do you think he's right?" "Absolutely not!"
3
mathematics
: with respect to absolute values
an absolutely convergent series
Examples of absolutely in a Sentence
He is absolutely certain who will win.
Let me make one thing absolutely clear.
Keep absolutely quiet during the movie.
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Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2025
The behavior displayed is nothing short of cruel and absolutely unacceptable ...
—Aaron Valdez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 July 2025
On the other end of the play, Stafford got absolutely clobbered by 315-pound defensive tackle C.J. Mosley.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 28 July 2025
Your dedication, hard work and kindness to absolutely everyone are an inspiration to me every day.
—Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 27 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for absolutely
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absolutely
adverb
ab·so·lute·ly
ˈab-sə-ˌlüt-lē
ˌab-sə-ˈlüt-
: in an absolute way : completely or definitely
you are absolutely right
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