Meaning & Definition of Emphatically in English
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Emphatically
Pronunciation:
/ɪmˈfæk.tɪ.kli/Part of Speech:
adverbMeaning and Definition of Emphatically
1. Primary Definition
in a forceful or definite way
2. Detailed Definitions
Definition: in a manner that is very expressive or forceful
Example Sentence: She stated emphatically that she would not be attending the meeting.
Definition: in a disctint or clear manner, leaving no room for doubt
Example Sentence: He emphatically denied the allegations against him.
Etymology
Origin: From emphatic + -ally
Synonyms
forcefully | assertively | decisively | strongly | categorically
Common Phrases and Expressions
- emphatically no: a strong and definite rejection
- say emphatically: to express something in a clear and forceful manner
Translations
- Spanish: enfáticamente
- French: avec emphase
- German: nachdrücklich
- Russian: категорически
Related Words
- emphasis: special importance or significance placed on something
- emphatic: expressing something forcibly and clearly
- emphasize: to give special importance or prominence to something
Slang Meanings of emphatically
Meaning: totally for sure
Example Sentence: I’m emphatically in favor of that plan, no doubts!
Meaning: absolutely, no question
Example Sentence: You can count on me—emphatically!