Categorically Meaning in English
word
ˌkætəˈɡɑɹɪkɫi/, /ˌkætəˈɡɔɹɪkɫi
kat-uh-GAHR-ik-lee
kˌætɪɡˈɒɹɪkli
kat-ih-GOR-ik-lee
Definition
In a way that is very clear and direct, with no doubt or possibility of change. It is often used to reject or confirm something very strongly.
Usage & Nuances
'Categorically' is formal and commonly used with verbs like 'deny,' 'state,' or 'refuse' (e.g., 'categorically deny'). It emphasizes firmness and leaves no room for doubt. Not used for ordinary statements; it's strong and absolute.
Spanish: categóricamentePortuguese (BR): categoricamentePortuguese (PT): categoricamenteChinese (Simplified): 断然地 - 明确地Chinese (Traditional): 斷然地 - 明確地Hindi: साफ़ तौर पर - स्पष्ट रूप सेArabic: قطعًا - بشكل قاطعBengali: স্পষ্টভাবে - দ্ব্যার্থহীনভাবেRussian: категорически - однозначноJapanese: 断固として - 明確にVietnamese: một cách dứt khoát - một cách chắc chắnKorean: 단호하게 - 명확하게Turkish: kesin olarak - kati suretteUrdu: صاف طور پر - قطعی طور پرIndonesian: dengan tegas - secara tegas
Example Sentences
She categorically denied the accusations.
basic
He categorically refused to answer the question.
basic
We categorically state that this product is safe.
basic
I can categorically tell you, that's not true.
natural
The company has categorically denied all involvement.
natural
Let me categorically say, I disagree with that idea.
natural