English · Adjectives

surely

/ˈʃʊrli/

[/ˈʃʊrli/]

certainly; without doubt

Beginneradverb

Definition

Surely means without any doubt, or used to show you expect agreement.

Example

Surely you remember her name.

Surely you remember her name.

Etymology

From 'sure', from Old French 'sur', from Latin 'securus', plus '-ly'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used to show confidence or to ask for agreement.

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