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absolument
/ap.sɔ.ly.mɑ̃/
absolutely, definitely
Je suis absolument d'accord avec toi.
I absolutely agree with you.
formalinformal
Used to emphasize complete agreement, certainty, or intensity; without any doubt or exception.
Il faut absolument que tu viennes à la fête.
You absolutely must come to the party.
C'est absolument magnifique!
It's absolutely magnificent!
Can be used to intensify positive or negative statements, opinions, or requests.
Collocations
absolument nécessaireabsolutely necessaryabsolument pasnot at allabsolument certainabsolutely certain
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Pro Tip
Emphasis
Use 'absolument' to add strong emphasis to your statements, similar to 'absolutely' in English.
Gold Rule
Placement
'Absolument' typically follows the verb or adjective it modifies, similar to 'absolutely' in English.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'absolutus' (completed, perfect) + the French adverbial suffix '-ment'.
Usage Notes
Often used in formal and informal contexts to express strong agreement or certainty. Can be used with verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to intensify meaning.
Word Breakdown
absolu
absolute
root-ment
adverbial suffix
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