unequivocally
gb/ˌʌnikwˈɪvəkəli/ us/ˌʌnikwˈɪvəkəli/
C1
Inglês
egyértelműen, félreérthetetlenül, fenntartás nélkül
C1
FORMAL
1
Padrão de uso:
[someone] says/states/answers [something] unequivocally
The report states unequivocally that the data was misinterpreted.
A jelentés egyértelműen kijelenti, hogy félreértelmezték az adatokat.
When asked if he would resign, she answered unequivocally: no.
Amikor megkérdezték tőle, hogy lemond-e, egyértelműen azt válaszolta: nem.
The judge made it unequivocally clear that the deadline would not be extended.
Exemplos para aprendentes
She said unequivocally that she was not interested.
Egyértelműen kijelentette, hogy nem érdekli.
He denied the claim unequivocally.
Egyértelműen cáfolta az állítást.
Erro comum:
Often confused with "equally" or "unavoidably"; it means "clearly, with no doubt."
Significado
in a clear, unambiguous way
Colocações
state unequivocally
|say unequivocally
|declare unequivocally
|answer unequivocally
|deny unequivocally
|make it unequivocally clear
|unequivocally true
|unequivocally false
|unequivocally wrong
|unequivocally agree
Sinónimos
unambiguously (Very close; emphasizes only one possible meaning.)
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clearly (More general and less formal.)
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categorically (Often used for firm statements or denials.)
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explicitly (Emphasizes stating details directly.)
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plainly (Slightly less formal; often used in speech.)
Antónimos
ambiguously (In a way that can be understood in more than one way.)
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equivocally (In a deliberately unclear or noncommittal way.)
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unclearly (Not expressed with enough clarity.)
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vaguely (Not definite or precise.)
Temas
communication
|writing_speech
Definição
In a way that is very clear, with no confusion.
In a way that is completely clear and leaves no doubt about the meaning or intent.
C1
FORMAL
2
Padrão de uso:
unequivocally support/oppose [something]
The company unequivocally supports the right of employees to report safety concerns.
A vállalat egyértelműen támogatja a munkavállalók jogát arra, hogy jelezzék a biztonsági aggályokat.
Several countries unequivocally condemned the attack.
Több ország is egyértelműen elítélte a támadást.
She remained unequivocally committed to finishing the project on time.
Exemplos para aprendentes
I unequivocally support this plan.
Egyértelműen támogatom ezt a tervet.
They are unequivocally against the new rule.
Határozottan ellenzik az új szabályt.
Erro comum:
Learners may overuse it in casual conversation; it sounds quite formal and emphatic.
Significado
completely, without any qualification
Colocações
unequivocally support
|unequivocally back
|unequivocally endorse
|unequivocally oppose
|unequivocally reject
|unequivocally condemn
|unequivocally committed
|unequivocally in favor
|unequivocally against
|unequivocally accept
Sinónimos
unreservedly (Emphasizes no hesitation or reservation.)
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wholeheartedly (Adds a feeling of enthusiasm or warmth.)
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completely (More common and less formal.)
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absolutely (Strong emphasis; common in speech.)
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fully (Slightly less emphatic than unequivocally.)
Antónimos
partly (Not fully or completely.)
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conditionally (Only under certain conditions; with qualifications.)
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reluctantly (Without full willingness or commitment.)
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hesitantly (With uncertainty or lack of confidence.)
Temas
opinions
|politics
|business
Definição
Completely and strongly, with no reservations.
In a way that shows total commitment or certainty, with no exceptions or reservations.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
unequivocally
IPA
GB/ˌʌnikwˈɪvəkəli/
US/ˌʌnikwˈɪvəkəli/
Sílabas e acento
un - equi - voc - ally (4 sílabas)
Stress on 3rd syllable (voc)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: unequivocally
- Plural: unequivocallies
Expressões
deny [something] unequivocally
1/dɪnˈaɪ sˈʌmθɪŋ ˌʌnikwˈɪvəkəli/
fixed phrase
formal
deny something completely and clearly
To say strongly that something is not true.
Exemplos
- He denied the allegations unequivocally.
- The minister unequivocally denied any conflict of interest.
- She unequivocally denied that she had leaked the document.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- She denied it unequivocally.
make it unequivocally clear (that) [clause]
1/mˈeɪk ˈɪt ˌʌnikwˈɪvəkəli klˈɪɹ ðˈæt klˈɔz/
fixed phrase
formal
remove all doubt about something
To say something so clearly that nobody can misunderstand.
Exemplos
- She made it unequivocally clear that harassment would not be tolerated.
- The policy makes it unequivocally clear that refunds are not available after 30 days.
- He made it unequivocally clear he would walk away from the deal.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- The teacher made it unequivocally clear that phones are not allowed.
state unequivocally that [clause]
1/stˈeɪt ˌʌnikwˈɪvəkəli ðˈæt klˈɔz/
fixed phrase
formal
say something with no doubt
To say something very clearly and strongly.
Exemplos
- The spokesperson stated unequivocally that the company had not broken the law.
- In the email, she stated unequivocally that she would not attend the meeting.
- The guidelines state unequivocally that personal data must be encrypted.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- He stated unequivocally that he was innocent.
unequivocally opposed to [something]
1/ˌʌnikwˈɪvəkəli əpˈoʊzd tə sˈʌmθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
formal
strongly and clearly against
Strongly against something.
Exemplos
- Local residents are unequivocally opposed to the proposed highway.
- She is unequivocally opposed to any cuts in education funding.
- The union remained unequivocally opposed to the new contract terms.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- I am unequivocally opposed to this idea.
unequivocally support [someone/something]
1/ˌʌnikwˈɪvəkəli səpˈɔɹt sˈoʊmˈoʊnsəmˈɛθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
formal
strongly and clearly in favor
To support completely, with no doubt or conditions.
Exemplos
- The board unequivocally supports the CEO’s decision.
- She unequivocally supports the proposed changes.
- Several major donors unequivocally supported the campaign.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- We unequivocally support the plan.