absolutely

English

/æb.səˈl(j)uːt.lɪ/, /ˌæb.səˈlut.li/

adv
Definitions
  • In an absolute or unconditional manner; utterly, positively, wholly.
  • Independently; viewed without relation to other things or factors.
  • (grammar) In a manner that does not take an object.

Etymology

Suffix from English absolute (not relative, complete, utter, independent).

Origin

English

absolute

Gloss

not relative, complete, utter, independent

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