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- pronunciation:
- suhr
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adverb |
| definition 1: |
If something will certainly happen, it means that it is sure to happen.
Shawna is going to get a real puppy for her birthday. She thinks she's going to get a toy puppy, so she will certainly be surprised!- similar words:
- especially
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| definition 2: |
Certainly is a strong way of saying "yes."
Certainly, you can come with us! You don't have to ask!- similar words:
- really
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| definition 3: |
We sometimes use certainly to show we are very sure about something.
Wow! They certainly have a big house!- antonyms:
- possibly
- similar words:
- indeed, really
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| related words: |
absolutely, definitely, easily, especially, plain, really, sure, truly |
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