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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Dominic Patten, Deadline, 20 May 2026
Here, Oliphant puts audience on both sides of the performance (the mirror effect of traverse staging always induces self-reflection) and, along with scenic designer Emmie Finckel, absolutely soaks the room in atmosphere.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 20 May 2026
The alliance was absolutely crucial to winning the Cold War.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
And honestly, a lot of them look absolutely fantastic.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 20 May 2026
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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