absolutely
Translation
absolutely, completely, totally
Examples
You are absolutely right.
You are absolutely right.
It's absolutely impossible.
It's absolutely impossible.
Absolutely! I would love to go.
Absolutely! I would love to go.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective/adverb)) to modify and emphasize an adjective or adverb. You are absolutely right.
Used alone as an interjection to show strong agreement. Absolutely! I would love to go.
Similar Words
Synonyms: completely, totally, definitely; Antonyms: possibly, maybe, relatively
Etymology
From the adjective 'absolute' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
Often used as a strong way to say 'yes'. For example: 'Do you want to come?' 'Absolutely!'