absolut
absolutely · absolute
Etwas, das vollständig, ganz oder ohne Einschränkung ist.
The German word "absolut" is an adjective and adverb meaning "absolute," "complete," or "total." It comes from Latin absolutus, meaning unrestricted or free.
- As an adjective: describes something without limitation (e.g., absoluter Vorteil – absolute advantage).
- As an adverb: emphasizes completeness (e.g., Das ist absolut richtig – That is absolutely right).
Similar words include:
- vollständig (complete),
- ganz (whole),
- uneingeschränkt (unrestricted).
Differences:
While absolut stresses the concept of being without any limitation or doubt, "vollständig" relates to completeness or entirety, and "ganz" can mean either whole or informal complete. "Uneingeschränkt" emphasizes the absence of restrictions specifically.
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Examples
Sie ist absolut beeindruckend.adverb
She is absolutely impressive.
Das Ergebnis erscheint absolut korrekt.adverb
The result appears absolutely correct.
Das Ergebnis scheint absolut korrekt zu sein.adverb
The result seems absolutely correct.
Diese Antwort ist absolut richtig.adverb
This answer is absolutely correct.
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