adv
Uncommon
definitively
dih-FIH-nih-tihv-lee
Definitively (adv) means In a way that settles something conclusively and finally. Example: “The results definitively rule out any error in the experiment.”
adv
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In a way that settles something conclusively and finally.
"The results definitively rule out any error in the experiment."
How to use definitively
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOnce and for all, with no room left for doubt.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more definitively
- Superlative
- most definitively
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The results _____ rule out any error in the experiment.
Etymology
From "definitive" + "-ly."
Rhymes for definitively
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What does “definitively” mean?
The word “definitively” means in a way that settles something conclusively and finally. In plain terms, once and for all, with no room left for doubt.
How do you pronounce “definitively”?
“Definitively” is pronounced dih-FIH-nih-tihv-lee (/dɪˈfɪnɪtɪvli/ in IPA).
How do you use “definitively” in a sentence?
Here is “definitively” used in a sentence: “The results definitively rule out any error in the experiment.”
What part of speech is “definitively”?
“Definitively” is an adverb.
Is “definitively” a common word?
“Definitively” is an uncommon word in modern English.
