Synonyms for

Certainly

Verb / ˈsɜ:tʌnli: / Another word for certainly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

without doubt; certainly; definitely

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

undoubtedly assuredly incontestably unquestionably

Informal

definitely surely for sure absolutely

Literary

verily indeed

Antonyms

uncertainly doubtfully hesitantly ambiguously vaguely perhaps maybe

Common collocations

  • certainly true
  • certainly not
  • certainly possible
  • certainly the case
  • certainly will
  • certainly be
  • certainly seems

Word family

adjective certain
adverb certainly

Usage note

Certainly is an adverb used to express certainty or to give a confident answer. It is generally suitable for most registers, though very formal contexts might prefer 'undoubtedly' or 'assuredly'.

Example sentences

  1. She certainly has a beautiful voice.
  2. I will certainly be there for your birthday party.
  3. The sun will certainly rise tomorrow morning.
  4. He certainly deserves a promotion.
  5. It is certainly going to be a cold winter.

Quotes

  • Certainly, travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living. - Mary Ritter Beard
  • You certainly are a great help. - Dorothy L. Sayers
  • I certainly do not act the part of a president easily. - William Howard Taft

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