definitively

Definitions

In a final and conclusive manner; without possibility of change or doubt.

In a way that provides a clear, authoritative, or complete answer.

Examples

The scientists were finally able to definitively prove their hypothesis after years of rigorous testing.

The committee has not yet decided definitively on the new policy, but they are leaning toward approval.

Synonyms

conclusively decisively finally unquestionably categorically permanently absolutely

Antonyms

indefinitely tentatively ambiguously inconclusively provisionally uncertainly vaguely