Cool MateMeaning of Definitely
In simple words: For sure, without a doubt
Definitely in a sentence
- I definitely remember sending the letter.
- ‘Was it what you expected?’ ‘Yes, definitely.’
- ‘Would you like to go back there?’ ‘**Definitely not!**'
- She most definitely did not want my help.
- The claim is definitely true.
- If you want to know more I'd definitely recommend checking out this guide .
- The date of the move has not been definitely decided yet *(= it may change)*.
- Please say definitely whether you will be coming or not.
How to use Definitely
Use 'definitely' to emphasize certainty. It fits well in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where alternatives like 'certainly' might be more suitable.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'definitely' as 'definitely not uncertain' — you are sure!
Related words
Collocations with Definitely
- definitely agree
- definitely believe
- definitely know
Synonyms for Definitely
- certainly
- surely
- undoubtedly
- absolutely
- positively
Opposites of Definitely
- doubtfully
- uncertainly
Common mistakes with Definitely
- Often confused with 'defiantly' which means resisting authority.
- Sometimes spelled incorrectly as 'definately'.
Compare Definitely with Certainly, Surely, Undoubtedly, Absolutely
Definitely appears in
Definitely in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بالتأكيد
بالتأكيد، بدون شك
- Bengaliবাংলা
নিশ্চিতভাবে, অবশ্যই
নিশ্চিতভাবে, সন্দেহ ছাড়াই
- GermanDeutsch
Auf jeden Fall, definitiv
Sicher, ohne Zweifel.
- SpanishEspañol
Definitivamente
Sin duda, por supuesto
- Persianفارسی
قطعاً، حتماً
خیلی مطمئن، بدون شک
- FrenchFrançais
Définitivement, Certainement, Absolument
Pour sûr, sans aucun doute.
- Hindiहिन्दी
ज़रूर, निश्चित रूप से
पक्के तौर पर, बिना किसी शक के
- ItalianItaliano
Decisamente, Certamente, Sicuramente
Sicuro, senza ombra di dubbio.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Definitivamente, Com certeza
Com certeza, sem dúvida alguma.
- RussianРусский
Определенно, Точно, Безусловно
Точно, без сомнений.
- Urduاردو
یقیناً، بالکل
یقینی طور پر، بلا شک
- Chinese中文
肯定
当然，毫无疑问
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Frequently asked questions about Definitely
What does Definitely mean?
For sure, without a doubt
What is the definition of Definitely?
a way of emphasizing that something is true and that there is no doubt about it
How do you use Definitely in a sentence?
I definitely remember sending the letter.
Can you give another example of Definitely?
‘Was it what you expected?’ ‘Yes, definitely.’
What are synonyms for Definitely?
Common alternatives include certainly, surely, undoubtedly, absolutely, positively.
What is the opposite of Definitely?
Opposite meanings include doubtfully, uncertainly.
What words go with Definitely?
It commonly pairs with definitely agree, definitely believe, definitely know.
What are common mistakes when using Definitely?
Often confused with 'defiantly' which means resisting authority. Sometimes spelled incorrectly as 'definately'.
How do you pronounce Definitely?
US: /["/ˈdefɪnətli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdefɪnətli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Definitely?
Use 'definitely' to emphasize certainty. It fits well in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where alternatives like 'certainly' might be more suitable.
What CEFR level is Definitely?
"Definitely" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.