Decidedly

Pronunciation: /dɪˈsaɪdɪdli/

Definitions of decidedly

adverb modifying an adjective or verb to indicate a certain degree or manner

Example Sentences

A1 She was decidedly happy when she found out she passed the exam.

A2 The weather was decidedly warmer than usual for this time of year.

B1 The new restaurant in town is decidedly popular among locals.

B2 His performance in the play was decidedly impressive, earning him a standing ovation.

C1 The company's decision to expand into international markets was decidedly risky but ultimately profitable.

C2 The artist's latest work is decidedly avant-garde, pushing the boundaries of traditional art.

Examples of decidedly in a Sentence

formal The results of the experiment were decidedly conclusive.

informal She was decidedly not interested in joining the club.

slang The party was decidedly lit last night.

figurative His mood was decidedly stormy after the argument.

Grammatical Forms of decidedly

• past tense: decided
• plural: decidedly
• comparative: more decidedly
• superlative: most decidedly
• present tense: decide
• future tense: will decide
• perfect tense: have decided
• continuous tense: is deciding
• singular: decidedly
• positive degree: decidedly
• infinitive: to decide
• gerund: deciding
• participle: decided

Origin and Evolution of decidedly

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'decidedly' originated from the Old French word 'decider' meaning to settle or determine.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'decidedly' evolved to indicate a strong emphasis or certainty in a decision or opinion.