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.

Related Phrases

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
suffix
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