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absolute

Pronunciation: [/ˈæb.sə.luːt/]

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Learn how to use absolute in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “certainty”

(adjective) used to describe something that is definite, certain, or not influenced by anything else. It means there is no doubt or uncertainty.

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His loyalty to his friends is absolute; he always stands by them no matter what.

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There is absolutely no chance of rain tomorrow according to the weather forecast.

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Is your commitment to this project absolute?

Context: “extreme”

(adjective) used to emphasize that something is complete, total, or without any limits. It suggests a high degree of intensity or completeness.

Example

The students showed absolute dedication to their studies and earned top grades.

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I have absolutely no interest in watching that movie; it doesn't appeal to me at all.

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Is it possible to achieve absolute perfection in anything?

Context: “theory”

(noun) a value or principle that does not change or depend on anything else. In philosophy and mathematics, it refers to a universal truth or rule.

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In mathematics, an absolute value is always positive no matter what the original number was.

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The politician's claim to always tell the truth is far from an absolute.

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What are some examples of absolutes in science or mathematics?

How to pronounce absolute

Pronunciation: [/ˈæb.sə.luːt/]

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