May 29, 2015

absolutely

The word "absolutely" is a popular adverb used for affirmative responses and as an intensifier. It's similar to the words "totally," "certainly," and "definitely."

• This is absolutely the best pizza I have ever eaten.
• We're absolutely certain that we're going to Florida this summer.
• Are you absolutely sure that you want to work for that company?
• When Sandra was asked if she definitely wanted to get married to Antonio, she said that she was absolutely certain.
• The parents of the missing toddler are absolutely devastated by his disappearance.
• That was absolutely the worst movie of the summer.

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