absolutely

The word “absolutely” means completely and without qualification. In plain terms, totally and without doubt — often used simply to say "yes, definitely" in conversation.

“Absolutely” is pronounced AB-suh-loot-lee (/ˌæb.səˈlut.li/ in IPA).

Here is “absolutely” used in a sentence: “The rumour is absolutely false.”

Depending on how it is used, “absolutely” can be an adverb and an intj.

The word “absolutely” comes from Middle English. From late Middle English absolutly, formed from absolute plus the adverbial suffix -ly.

“Absolutely” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

“Absolutely” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: completely and without qualification.

The two are close synonyms and often interchangeable — both mean totally, to the fullest degree. Completely emphasizes that nothing is left out. Absolutely adds a note of certainty or emphasis, especially in speech, where 'absolutely!' works as a strong yes. Completely rarely stands alone as an answer in that way.

On its own, 'Absolutely!' is an emphatic yes — a way of agreeing completely and without reservation. As a general adverb, though, it simply means totally or utterly, as in 'absolutely certain.' The enthusiastic 'yes' meaning comes from that same idea of full, unqualified agreement.

As an intensifier it strengthens a word: 'the view was absolutely stunning' or 'I am absolutely sure.' As a reply it signals firm agreement: 'Can you help?' — 'Absolutely.' In each case it means completely and without any qualification, leaving no room for doubt or halfway measures.