Word 'decidedly' in Other Languages
- decidedly in Assamese অসমীয়া
- decidedly in Bengali বাংলা
- decidedly in Bodo बड़ो
- decidedly in Dogri डोगरी
- decidedly in English
- decidedly in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- decidedly in Hindi हिन्दी
- decidedly in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- decidedly in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- decidedly in Konkani कोंकणी
- decidedly in Maithili মৈথিলী
- decidedly in Malayalam മലയാളം
- decidedly in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- decidedly in Marathi मराठी
- decidedly in Nepali नेपाली
- decidedly in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- decidedly in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- decidedly in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- decidedly in Santali
- decidedly in Sindhi سنڌي
- decidedly in Tamil தமிழ்
- decidedly in Telugu తెలుగు
- decidedly in Urdu اُردُو
Decidedly
Part of Speech
Adverb
Pronunciation
UK: /dɪˈsaɪ.dɪd.li/ | US: /dɪˈsaɪ.dɪd.li/
Definitions
- In a way that is clear, definite, and without doubt.
- To an emphatic degree; definitely.
Usage Examples
- She was decidedly against the proposal.
- He looked decidedly happier after the good news.
Etymology
Derived from the adjective "decided," which comes from the verb "decide," originating from Latin dēcīdere ("to cut off, determine"), from de- ("off") + caedere ("to cut").
Synonyms
- Clearly
- Unquestionably
- Definitely
- Undoubtedly
Antonyms
- Uncertainly
- Ambiguously
- Hesitantly
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| French | Décidément | /de.si.de.mɑ̃/ |
| Spanish | Decididamente | /de.si.ði.ðaˈmen.te/ |
| German | Entschieden | /ɛntˈʃiːdən/ |
| Hindi | निश्चित रूप से | /nɪʃˈʃɪt ruːp se/ |
| Tamil | தெளிவாக | /teḷivāka/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /dɪˈsaɪ.dɪd.li/
- American English: /dɪˈsaɪ.dɪd.li/
- Australian English: /dɪˈsaɪ.dɪd.li/
Historical Usage
The word "decidedly" has been in use since the late 17th century, primarily in written and formal speech before gaining common usage.
Cultural Nuances
In some cultures, speaking "decidedly" may be associated with confidence and assertiveness, while in others, indirect or polite speech is preferred to maintain social harmony.
More Information
The adverb "decidedly" is often used to emphasize the certainty or intensity of a statement. It is frequently found in both everyday and formal speech to stress the clarity of an opinion, outcome, or perception. The word is particularly useful in debates, decision-making, and assertive communication, reinforcing the notion that something is beyond doubt.