surely
Translation
certainly, without a doubt
Examples
Surely you can't be serious?
Surely you can't be serious?
Slowly but surely, he recovered.
Slowly but surely, he recovered.
Grammar Patterns
Surely, ((clause)) used to express surprise or that sth. must be true Surely you remember me?
slowly but surely gradually Slowly but surely, we are making progress.
Similar Words
Synonyms: certainly, definitely, undoubtedly
Etymology
From the adjective 'sure' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
It's the adverb form of 'sure'. Used to express strong belief or to seek agreement.