flatly

• 副词，表示‘断然、直截了当、毫不含糊’或‘平淡无感情、单调地’。常用于描述拒绝或否定（如‘断然拒绝’），也可形容说话语气平淡、无变化。

An adverb meaning 'in a firm, direct, and unyielding manner' or 'without emotion or variation.' It is often used to describe a refusal or denial (e.g., 'flatly refused') or a monotonous way of speaking.

1. In a direct and firm mannerB2formal

   In a way that is absolute, direct, and without hesitation, often used to refuse or deny something.

   断然

   • She flatly refused to accept the offer.
   • He flatly denied any involvement in the incident.
   • The manager flatly rejected the proposal.

   同义词absolutelycategoricallyemphaticallyfirmlyoutrightperemptorilypoint-blankresolutelyunconditionally

   反义词ambiguouslyequivocallyhesitantlyindirectlytentativelyvaguely

2. Without emotion or expressionB2formal

   In a dull, monotonous, or unenthusiastic manner.

   面无表情地

   • He spoke flatly, showing no interest in the topic.
   • She answered flatly, as if she didn't care.
   • The news was delivered flatly, without any emotion.

   同义词blanklydullyimpassivelymonotonouslytonelesslyunenthusiastically

   反义词animatedlyemotionallyenthusiasticallyexpressivelyferventlypassionately