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Surely

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

Definition

Surely means without a doubt or certainly. It is used to emphasize a statement or to express confidence in something.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

certainly undoubtedly assuredly indubitably

Informal

definitely for sure no doubt totally

Literary

verily indeed truly

Antonyms

doubtfully uncertainly hesitantly questionably ambiguously skeptically

Common collocations

  • surely you jest
  • surely not
  • surely it is
  • surely it can't be
  • surely you can't be serious
  • surely you know
  • surely you see

Word family

adverb surely

Usage note

Often used to express certainty or to emphasize a point. Can also be used rhetorically to express surprise or disbelief.

Example sentences

  1. Surely you don't believe that!
  2. She will surely be happy with her new toy.
  3. I will surely miss you when you're gone.
  4. The team will surely win the game with their star player.
  5. Surely, there must be a better way to do this.

Quotes

  • Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life.
  • Surely the Lord is in this place, and I did not know it.
  • Surely there must be some way to find a cure for this disease.

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