decidedly
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for decidedly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — Very clearly; without doubt.
Synonyms
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How to use decidedly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
decidedly cool
decidedly unpleasant
decidedly better
Etymology
From "decided" + "-ly."
Full origin of decidedly →Frequently asked questions
What does “decidedly” mean?
The word “decidedly” means very clearly; without doubt. In plain terms, used before an adjective to mean "clearly" or "definitely.".
How do you pronounce “decidedly”?
“Decidedly” is pronounced dih-SEYE-dihd-lee (/dɪˈsaɪdɪdli/ in IPA).
How do you use “decidedly” in a sentence?
Here is “decidedly” used in a sentence: “The weather has turned decidedly colder this week.”
What part of speech is “decidedly”?
“Decidedly” is an adverb.
Is “decidedly” a common word?
“Decidedly” is an uncommon word in modern English.