There are many words in the English language which have discrepancies related to their spelling and pronunciation. Similarly, “Definately and Definitely” are the two words of the English dictionary that creates conspiracy among many people because of their similarity in spelling and pronunciation.
When I wrote the word Definately it showed a red line under the word, which means this word is completely incorrect. And Definitely is the correct spelling of the ideal word. Since the 16 century, these two words have been a topic of conspiracy between dictionaries, which one is correct.
Read the full article to know the difference between Definately Or Definitely and their usage in many sentences.
Definately Vs Definitely
· Meaning of Definately
The word Definately is considered a misspelling of the ideal word Definitely. This misspelling occurred when the letter ‘i’ between letter ‘n’ and ‘t’ is misplaced by letter ‘a’. This mistake is repeated by many people because of the similar spelling and pronunciation of both the words.
The urban dictionary defines the word Definately as an idiot- speak for Definitely, it has a separate entry for this word. But the word Definately doesn’t exist in the English dictionary.
Examples
You will definately repay your deeds. (incorrect)
I am definately preparing for this exam with him. (incorrect)
He is definately not going to believe your words. (incorrect)
· Meaning of Definitely
Definitely is the ideal spelling of the word. The word Definitely comes from the word ‘definite’. If we add ‘ly’ to the word ‘definite’ it turns into an adverb. The word Definitely is derived from the Latin word “definitus” which means definite or specific.
The word Definitely means clearly or without any doubts or questions.
Examples
I will definitely join your party tomorrow.
Your teacher will definitely explain this topic in your classroom.
You should definitely gift her something as it’s her birthday.
Synonyms of Definitely
Here are some synonyms of the word Definitely
- Certainly
- Clearly
- Doubtless
- Easily
- Unquestionably
Antonyms of Definitely
Here are some antonyms of the word Definitely
- Doubtfully
- Possibly
- Perhaps
- Indefinitely
- Uncertainly
The Final Words
There is one more word that is confusing as Definitely is ‘Defiantly’. This word exists in the English dictionary and it means ” a strong opposition against a force”. But this word is often misplaced from the ideal word.
I hope you find this article helpful and it cleared all your doubts regarding both the words Definitely or Definately.
