decidedly

• Adverbe signifiant « sans aucun doute » ou « d'une manière très claire et nette ». Il sert à souligner le degré ou la certitude d'un adjectif, d'un verbe ou d'un autre adverbe, impliquant souvent une qualité forte ou sans équivoque.

An adverb meaning 'without doubt' or 'in a way that is very clear and certain.' It is used to emphasize the degree or certainty of an adjective, verb, or another adverb, often implying a strong or unmistakable quality.

1. Undoubtedly or certainlyB2formal

   In a way that is very clear and without any doubt.

   Indubitablement

   • The weather was decidedly colder than yesterday.
   • She was decidedly the best candidate for the job.
   • His attitude was decidedly unhelpful during the meeting.

   Synonymesabsolutelycertainlyclearlydefinitelyplainlypositivelyunequivocallyunmistakablyunquestionably

   Antonymesambiguouslydubiouslyequivocallyindefinitelyuncertainly

2. In a resolute mannerB2formal

   In a way that shows firm determination or decision.

   de manière résolue

   • He spoke decidedly about his plans for the future.
   • She acted decidedly to resolve the conflict.
   • The team moved decidedly toward their goal.

   Synonymesadamantlydecisivelydeterminedlyfirmlypurposefullyresolutelysteadfastlyunwaveringly

   Antonymeshesitantlyindecisivelyirresolutelyuncertainlyweakly