absolutely

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Adverb 1.3.1 Translations 1.4 Interjection 1.4.1 Usage notes 1.4.2 Translations 1.4.3 References

[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

absolute +‎ -ly

[edit] Pronunciation

• IPA: /æb.sʊˈlʊut.lɪi/; SAMPA: /@b.sU"lu:t.li:/ (UK)
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[edit] Adverb

absolutely (not comparable)

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

[edit] Translations

[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