certainly

Definition

In a way which is certain; with certainty.

Etymology

From Middle English certeynly; equivalent to certain + -ly.

Example Sentences

• "he verily thought he had young live frogs in his belly, qui vivebant ex alimento suo, that lived by his nourishment, and was so certainly persuaded of it, that for many years following he could not be rectified in his conceit."
• "The torque was "built up" in the special back axle and the car crawled tankwise but very certainly over the obstacles without a jar or hesitation."
• "The accident was certainly caused by human error."

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