Definitely
10 lettersadverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Without doubt; certainly and unquestionably. Used to emphasise the certainty or firmness of a statement or belief.
“She will definitely attend the conference next month.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/dɛf.ɪnət.li/
Syllables
def·i·nite·ly
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Wordle
Triple-E and double-I pattern; -LY ending is common for adverbs
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Scrabble
Worth 16 points; good length with multiple common vowels
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