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Absolutely Slightest Doubt Word Strong Emphasis Connection Intentions

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Keyword certainly
Sub Entry Number 2
Type of Sentence
Error Sentence Are you sure that you certainly don't want to go?
Correct Sentence Are you sure that you definitely don't want to go?
Cloze Error Sentence Are you sure that you [[certainly]] don't want to go?
Cloze Sentence Are you sure that you [[definitely]] don't want to go?
Cloze Answer definitely
Choices certainly | definitely
Explanation

When you mean 'absolutely certain and without even the slightest doubt', use definitely . This word gives very strong emphasis and is often used in connection with intentions and future events: 'He definitely wants to be a vet.' 'Do you think that you'll definitely be able to come?'

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