American English
/ˈdɛ.fə.nət̚.li/
4 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
used to say that something is certain or that you are very sure about it
The second vowel in “definitely” is weak and may sound like a quick “uh” (/ə/) or “ih” (/ɪ/) in natural speech.
used to say that something is certain or that you are very sure about it
I definitely left my keys on the table.
She definitely wants to come with us.
definitely want · definitely need · will definitely · definitely agree
subject + definitely + verb
subject + will + definitely + verb
used alone to give a strong yes or to show strong agreement
Are you coming tonight? — Definitely.
Would you recommend this restaurant? — Definitely.
As a short answer, definitely means a strong “yes.”
a strong way to say no
I am definitely not buying that car.
very certainly; used for strong emphasis
That was most definitely the right choice.