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definitivelyIn a way that is conclusive and final, settling a matter completely without any doubt.

Part of speech: ADVERB

Definition: In a way that is conclusive and final, settling a matter completely without any doubt.

Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈfɪnətɪvli/

Korean meaning: 확정적으로, 결정적으로

Korean pronunciation: 디-피-니-티브-리 (강세: 피)

Example Sentences

  • The DNA test definitively proved that the cat was not the father of those kittens.
  • She definitively stated that pineapple does not belong on pizza.
  • The research definitively shows the benefits of regular exercise.

definitively

ADVERB

//dɪˈfɪnətɪvli//

In a way that is conclusive and final, settling a matter completely without any doubt.

definitively concept
💡 Concept

In a way that is conclusive and final, settling a matter completely without any doubt.

definitively rhyme
🎵 Rhyme

He moves definitively, ending the repetitive anxiety!

🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/dɪˈfɪnətɪvli/

🌳Etymology

Prefixde--
Rootfine
Suffix--ively

Origin

From Latin 'definitivus' meaning 'to set boundaries or limits.' The root idea comes from marking clear boundaries, like setting up a fence to create a definite, unmistakable area.

🎵Rhyme

affirmativelyalternativelynegatively

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

The DNA test definitively proved that the cat was not the father of those kittens.

😄 Fun example

She definitively stated that pineapple does not belong on pizza.

The research definitively shows the benefits of regular exercise.

The court definitively ruled in favor of the plaintiff.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

conclusivelydecisivelyabsolutelyunequivocallycategorically

Antonyms

tentativelyprovisionally

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