unequivocally
Americanadverb
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in a way that is clear and unambiguous.
The theme is unequivocally religious.
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in a way that is not subject to conditions or exceptions.
He offered his forgiveness unequivocally.
Etymology
Origin of unequivocally
First recorded in 1690–1700; un- 1 ( def. ) + equivocally ( def. )
Example Sentences
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“ShiftKey unequivocally does not use any data broker services or engage in any surveillance-wage setting,” said Regan Parker, the company’s chief legal and public affairs officer.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
It fully blamed ICE for this screwup, by the way, and stated unequivocally that “this regrettable error” had occurred because ICE counsel repeatedly gave DOJ lawyers false information.
From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026
“Everyone deserves to worship in peace, and we must unequivocally condemn any attack on a house of worship or the people within it.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
Over the weekend, Lord Mandelson reiterated his regret about his continued association with Epstein, apologising "unequivocally to the women and the girls who suffered".
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026
But it is at least a great comfort to hear his lordship declare so unequivocally that it was all a terrible misunderstanding.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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