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decidedly

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /dɪˈsaɪdɪdli/

decidedly means: In a way that is clear and leaves little doubt.

adverb

CLEARLYB2

In a way that is clear and leaves little doubt.

  • The room was decidedly cold.
  • Her new book is decidedly better than the last.
  • He sounded decidedly unhappy about the decision.

Similar words: definitely, clearly, certainly

Common phrases: decidedly different, decidedly odd, decidedly better

FIRMLYC2

In a firm way that shows a final decision or strong determination.

  • She answered decidedly, closing the discussion.
  • He decidedly refused to change his plans.
  • The captain spoke decidedly and ordered everyone ashore.

Similar words: firmly, resolutely, decisively

Opposites: hesitantly

Common phrases: refuse decidedly, answer decidedly, speak decidedly

Questions about decidedly

What does decidedly mean?

In a way that is clear and leaves little doubt.

What is decidedly in other languages?

Türkçe: kesinlikle · Español: claramente · Français: nettement · Deutsch: eindeutig · Italiano: decisamente · 日本語: 明らかに

How do you pronounce decidedly?

It is pronounced /dɪˈsaɪdɪdli/.

How do you use decidedly in a sentence?

The room was decidedly cold. Her new book is decidedly better than the last.

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