definitely
/ˈdɛf.ɪ.nɪt.li/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Without question and beyond doubt.
Adverb
Examples
Joe definitely doesn't know how to drive a tractor.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
In a definite manner; decisively.
Adverb
Examples
It was really impossible on board that ship to get away definitely from Almayer
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “definitely” mean?
Without question and beyond doubt.
Is “definitely” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.