Definitely
/ˈdɛfɪnətli/
Definitions
Without any doubt or question; certainly.
/ˈdɛfɪnətli/
Without any doubt; certainly.
She will definitely pass the exam if she studies.
💡 Simply: It's like saying 'for sure' or 'absolutely!' If you're definitely going to the movies, it means you're 100% going, no question about it.
👶 For kids: It means 'yes, for sure!' If you say you will definitely eat your broccoli, it means you will.
More Examples
The new policies will definitely impact the company.
I am definitely going to buy that car.
How It's Used
"I will definitely attend the party."
"The results definitively demonstrate the efficacy of the treatment."
"The project is definitely on track for completion."
Idioms & expressions
Definitely not
Used to strongly negate something.
"Are you going to the party? Definitely not!"
From Latin 'definitus', past participle of 'definire' meaning 'to limit, define'. Influenced by the adjective 'definite'.
The word's usage has evolved from more formal and precise contexts to widespread use in everyday conversations.
Memory tip
Think of 'definite' meaning clear and certain. Adding '-ly' makes it an adverb, meaning something is done in a certain way.
Practice
Word Origin
Root: definire