Undoubtedly

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈdaʊtɪdli/

Definitions of undoubtedly

adverb used to emphasize the certainty of a statement or action

Example Sentences

A1 She is undoubtedly the best singer in the school.

A2 The movie was undoubtedly entertaining, but the plot was a bit confusing.

B1 Undoubtedly, the new policy will have a positive impact on the company's profits.

B2 The evidence presented in court was undoubtedly compelling.

C1 Undoubtedly, the CEO's decision to expand the business internationally was a bold move.

C2 The research findings were undoubtedly groundbreaking and will have a significant impact on the field.

Examples of undoubtedly in a Sentence

formal The evidence presented in the case is undoubtedly compelling.

informal She is undoubtedly the best candidate for the job.

slang That movie is undoubtedly lit!

figurative His influence in the industry is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with.

Grammatical Forms of undoubtedly

• comparative: more undoubtedly
• superlative: most undoubtedly
• present tense: undoubtedly
• future tense: will undoubtedly
• perfect tense: have undoubtedly
• continuous tense: is undoubtedly
• singular: undoubtedly
• positive degree: undoubtedly
• infinitive: to undoubtedly
• gerund: undoubtedly
• participle: undoubtedly

Origin and Evolution of undoubtedly

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'undoubtedly' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'doubt' meaning 'uncertainty or lack of conviction'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'undoubtedly' has retained its original meaning of 'without doubt or certainty'. The word has become a common adverb used to emphasize the certainty or truth of a statement.