absolutely

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[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

absolute +‎ -ly

[edit] Pronunciation

[edit] Adverb

absolutely (not comparable)

Positive
absolutely

Comparative
not comparable

Superlative
none (absolute)

  1. In an absolute, independent, or unconditional manner; wholly; positively.
  2. With absolution.

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[edit] Interjection

absolutely

  1. Yes; certainly; expression indicating strong agreement.

[edit] Usage notes

  • Some commentators criticise the interjectional use as having no useful meaning beyond that of yes.[1]

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[edit] References

  • Notes:
  1. ^ “She Literally Exploded : The Daily Telegraph Infuriating Phrasebook”, Christopher Howse and Richard Preston (Constable‧London, 2007; ISBN 978‒1‒84529‒675‒9), page 3