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   certainly

   /ˈsəːt(ɪ)nli/

   adverb

   • 1. used to emphasize the speaker's belief that what is said is true: "the prestigious address certainly adds to the firm's appeal" Similar unquestionablysurelyassuredlydefinitelybeyond questionwithout questionbeyond doubtunequivocallyindubitablyundeniablyirrefutablyindisputablyincontrovertiblyincontestablyobviouslypatentlymanifestlyevidentlyplainlyclearlytransparentlypalpablyunmistakablyconclusivelyundisputedlyundoubtedlythere are no two ways about itinformal:as sure as eggs is eggsOpposite possibly
   • ▪ used to indicate that a statement is made as a concession or contrasted with another: "our current revenues are certainly lower than anticipated" Similar admittedlybeyond questionwithout questiondefinitelyundoubtedlywithout a doubt
   • ▪ used to express complete agreement with something that has just been said: "‘A good idea,’ she agreed. ‘Certainly!’"

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCERTAINLY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   CERTAINLY definition: 1. used to reply completely or to emphasize something and show that there is no doubt about it: 2…. Learn more.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryCERTAINLY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   CERTAINLY meaning: 1. used to reply completely or to emphasize something and show that there is no doubt about it: 2…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of CERTAINLY is in a manner that is certain : with certainty. How to use certainly in a sentence.

5. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › certainlycertainly adverb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Certainly usually means ‘without doubt’ or ‘definitely’, and is used to show that you strongly believe something or to emphasize that something is really true: I’ll certainly remember this trip!

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   Certainly definition: with certainty; without doubt; assuredly. See examples of CERTAINLY used in a sentence.

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › certainlyCertainly - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   The word certainly emphasizes that you’re positive about something. When you hear thunder and look up at a gray sky, you might say it will certainly rain. If you’re on a diet, you could say that you will certainly avoid chocolate cake.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishCERTAINLY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   1. adverb A2. You use certainly to emphasize what you are saying when you are making a statement. [emphasis] The public is certainly getting tired of hearing about it. The bombs are almost certainly part of a much bigger conspiracy. Today's inflation figure is certainly too high. Certainly, pets can help children develop friendship skills.