absolute — complete and total; not qualified or diminished in any way
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: complete and total; not qualified or diminished in any way
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæbsəluːt/
Example Sentences
- My mom's rule about homework is absolute: no TV until it's done!
- The cake was an absolute masterpiece, but it lasted only 5 minutes at the party.
- He showed absolute confidence during the presentation.
absolute
ADJECTIVE[/ˈæbsəluːt/]
complete and total; not qualified or diminished in any way
The young emperor's authority was absolute — a single raised finger brought thousands of armored soldiers to their knees.
ABS(muscles) + SALUTE(respect) — the general's perfect abs commanded an absolute salute from the entire squad.
Despite his failing parachute, he faced the absolute danger with a shockingly resolute expression.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'absolutus', the past participle of 'absolvere', meaning 'to set free' or 'to complete'. The word combines 'ab-' (away from) and 'solvere' (to loosen or release).
Breakdown
ab- (away from) + solv- (loosen, release) + -ute (adjective suffix) = absolute
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's rule about homework is absolute: no TV until it's done!”
“The cake was an absolute masterpiece, but it lasted only 5 minutes at the party.”
“He showed absolute confidence during the presentation.”
“There was absolute chaos when the fire alarm went off during lunch.”
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