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definitively

 

[ dɪˈfɪnɪtɪvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a final and conclusive way

Definitively means in a way that is final and conclusive, leaving no doubt or uncertainty. It is used to emphasize the decisiveness or conclusiveness of a statement or action.

Synonyms

conclusively, decisively, irrevocably

Examples of usage

  • After months of debate, the decision was made definitively.
  • The results of the test definitively proved her theory.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a way that is authoritative and not subject to further debate

Definitively can also mean in a way that is authoritative and not subject to further debate. It implies a sense of finality and certainty that cannot be questioned.

Synonyms

authoritatively, categorically, conclusively

Examples of usage

  • The judge's ruling settled the matter definitively.
  • The expert's opinion definitively answered the question.

Translations

Translations of the word "definitively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 definitivamente

🇮🇳 अंतिम रूप से

🇩🇪 endgültig

🇮🇩 secara pasti

🇺🇦 остаточно

🇵🇱 ostatecznie

🇯🇵 決定的に (ketteiteki ni)

🇫🇷 définitivement

🇪🇸 definitivamente

🇹🇷 kesinlikle

🇰🇷 결정적으로 (gyeoljeongjeogeuro)

🇸🇦 بشكل حاسم

🇨🇿 definitivně

🇸🇰 definitívne

🇨🇳 明确地 (míngquè de)

🇸🇮 dokončno

🇮🇸 endanlega

🇰🇿 нақты

🇬🇪 საბოლოოდ

🇦🇿 dəqiq olaraq

🇲🇽 definitivamente

Etymology

The word 'definitively' originates from the Latin word 'definitivus', meaning 'having fixed limits'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. Over time, its usage has evolved to convey a sense of finality and decisiveness.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,734, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.