Antonyms for definitely


Grammar : Adv
Spell : def-uh-nit-lee
Phonetic Transcription : ˈdɛf ə nɪt li


Definition of definitely

Origin :
  • 1580s, from definite + -ly (2). As a colloquial emphatic word, attested by 1931.
  • adv certainly
Example sentences :
  • But in a moment she bowed her head and was definitely conquered.
  • Extract from : « The Dream » by Emile Zola
  • At least the responsibility can thus be definitely assigned.
  • Extract from : « The Story of the Malakand Field Force » by Sir Winston S. Churchill
  • She did not comprehend that Martin definitely did not want it changed.
  • Extract from : « Dust » by Mr. and Mrs. Haldeman-Julius
  • The movements and acts of everyone had been definitely planned.
  • Extract from : « Astounding Stories of Super-Science, November, 1930 » by Various
  • So the Honourable George and I were definitely apart for the first time in our lives.
  • Extract from : « Ruggles of Red Gap » by Harry Leon Wilson
  • Polygamy, though permitted, was definitely restricted by the code.
  • Extract from : « The Truth About Woman » by C. Gasquoine Hartley
  • He must definitely assure himself he was still abreast of it.
  • Extract from : « The Law-Breakers » by Ridgwell Cullum
  • Turkey had definitely come to grips with England and with Russia.
  • Extract from : « The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of VIII) » by Various
  • Alone with her despair, she had definitely made her terrible resolution.
  • Extract from : « The Sexual Question » by August Forel
  • The remnants of the Austrians had definitely retired northward.
  • Extract from : « The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) » by Various

Synonyms for definitely

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