as in certainly
without any question
that is definitely the kind of dog we're looking to adopt
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Recent Examples of definitely
This option from Lands’ End is definitely worth your consideration.
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Averi Baudler, People.com, 13 July 2025
In that sense, as Dan Carlin once pointed out, the kitchen of the future definitely looks uncomfortably like the kitchen of the past.
—Loz Blain
july 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2025
Don’t be an artist and definitely don’t be friends with artists.
—Clare Sestanovich, New Yorker, 13 July 2025
The Mandalorian and Andor are done (Mando with its movie), The Acolyte was cancelled, The Book of Boba Fett is definitely dead.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Averi Baudler, People.com, 13 July 2025
In that sense, as Dan Carlin once pointed out, the kitchen of the future definitely looks uncomfortably like the kitchen of the past.
—Loz Blain
july 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2025
Don’t be an artist and definitely don’t be friends with artists.
—Clare Sestanovich, New Yorker, 13 July 2025
The Mandalorian and Andor are done (Mando with its movie), The Acolyte was cancelled, The Book of Boba Fett is definitely dead.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for definitely
Adverb
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Vertical Applications While Parker admits the traditional style of lap siding still dominates the siding landscape, verticality is certainly having a moment.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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But the actor is certainly no stranger to grabbing the attention of Emmy voters; this is his sixth Emmy nomination — and his sixth time turning voters' heads while wearing scrubs.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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Those words surely thrill Herrmann, who has been coaching tennis or pickleball for 40-plus years.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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The predominantly green design with contrasting swirls of gold, red, and black will surely make its mark in the minds of onlookers.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
Adverb
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So sure, hop into season 3 now, or just wait a month until Netflix scoops it up.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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And sure, your patio furniture set is important, but a little decor goes a long way to make an outdoor space more personal and cozy.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
11 July 2025
Adverb
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The history of the prize shows clearly it's given to people from all layers of society from all over the world.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
9 July 2025
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Footage from a sheriff’s helicopter showed Rendon raising his arm, but the grainy video does not show clearly whether the gun went toward deputies or his own head.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 July 2025
Adverb
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Natural textures brought on by humidity (and probably, some sort of mousse).—
Vogue,
Vogue,
6 July 2025
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Your fashion sense has probably changed since then.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
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Each suite has its own floor, but the public spaces are where the hotel really shines.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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She’s really elevated the issue to a national level.—
Tammy Murga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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“Definitely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/definitely. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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