absolutamente
absolutely
Indica algo que se hace o se afirma de manera total, sin dudas ni excepciones.
Definition & meaning
Absolutely or completely. It emphasizes that something is total or without exception:
- Estoy absolutamente seguro. — “I’m absolutely sure.”
It can also express strong agreement, like “absolutely” or “definitely.”
Grammar & Word origin
An adverb formed from the feminine form of absoluto (“absolute”) and the suffix -mente, which corresponds to English “-ly.”
Synonyms & antonyms
- totalmente — “totally”; often interchangeable, though it emphasizes completeness.
- completamente — “completely”; emphasizes that nothing is missing.
- parcialmente — “partially”; the opposite when referring to completeness.
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
Estoy absolutamente seguro de que tomé la decisión correcta.adverb
I am absolutely sure that I made the right decision.
Ella es absolutamente maravillosa en todo lo que hace.adverb
She is absolutely wonderful in everything she does.
No puedo aceptar esa propuesta, es absolutamente inaceptable para mí.adverb
I can't accept that proposal, it is absolutely unacceptable for me.
Esa información no es absolutamente necesaria para completar el trabajo.adverb
That information is not absolutely necessary to complete the work.
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