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Definition of emphatically :
1. Not really, but apparently.
2. With emphasis; forcibly; in a striking manner or degree; preeminently.
Synonyms:
entirely, flat, ands, or buts about it, of course, in spades, distinctly with no ifs, assuredly, definitely, unimpeachably, by all odds, undoubtedly, with decision, absolutely, strong, flat out, decidedly, positively, unequivocally, decisively, certainly, unquestionably, flatly
vigorously (part of speech: adverb)
enthusiastically, strongly, animatedly, fervently, exuberantly, powerfully, energetically, ardently, potently, actively, lustily, fierily, industriously, agitatedly, zestfully, vigorously, passionately, zealously, friskily, earnestly, eagerly, spiritedly, excitedly
Usage examples:
- No contest was more emphatically the " ballad- singer's joy." - "In the Border Country", W. S. (William Shillinglaw) Crockett.
- " Later, I will," said Publius emphatically, " but these things concern myself alone, and I stand here now commissioned by the State of Rome which I serve. - "The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers", Georg Ebers.
- " They are late," said Blewforth very emphatically. - "The Passionate Elopement", Compton Mackenzie.