certainly Meaning & Definition
What Does Certainly Mean?
Certainly is an adverb that means In a way which is certain; with certainty. It can also mean Without doubt, surely.
Quick Facts About Certainly
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈsɜː.tn̩.li// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | sure, surely and sure enough |
| Comparative / superlative | more certainly, most certainly |
Certainly Definition (Adverb)
- In a way which is certain; with certainty.
- Without doubt, surely.
The accident was certainly caused by human error.
- An emphatic affirmative answer; of course.
Would you like it with ice? Certainly, and with lemon please.
Synonyms of Certainly
Antonyms of Certainly
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Certainly in a Sentence
The accident was certainly caused by human error.
That was certainly sweet of him.
'I'm all grown up now' -'You certainly have (grown)!'
Would you like it with ice? Certainly, and with lemon please.
Word Forms & Grammar
certainly (comparative more certainly or (rare, obsolete) certainlier, superlative most certainly or (rare, obsolete) certainliest)
Words That Rhyme With Certainly
Origin of Certainly
From Middle English certeynly; equivalent to certain + -ly.
Certainly Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of certainly is //ˈsɜː.tn̩.li//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Certainly: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is certainly?
Certainly is an adverb.
What is another word for certainly?
You can replace certainly with words such as sure, surely and sure enough. See the full list of certainly synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of certainly?
The comparative form is more certainly and the superlative form is most certainly.