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undeniably

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Pronunciation

UK

  • /ˌʌndɪnˈaɪəbli/

US

  • /ˌəndɪˈnaɪəbli/

Meanings

Adverb

  1. without doubt; unquestionably

Beyond the definition

If something is undeniably true, it is so clear and obvious that it is very hard to argue against it. Think of a brilliant sunrise: its beauty is undeniably captivating. Or consider a mathematical proof; once it is checked, the result is undeniably correct.

The word is built on the idea that a fact or quality is too clear to deny. You might say a talented musician's skill is undeniably impressive, or that a major historical event undeniably shaped the world we live in today. It carries more weight than "obviously" or "certainly," suggesting something that feels firmly established and beyond question.

Examples

  1. 1

    Talent

    She is undeniably talented.

  2. 2

    Sports lineup

    The team looks undeniably stronger with him back in the lineup.

  3. 3

    Business risk

    It was an undeniably risky decision, but it saved the company.

  4. 4

    Home description

    The apartment is small, but it is undeniably charming.

More examples
  1. 5

    Career effort

    She has undeniably worked hard to build her career.

  2. 6

    Cost of living

    It is undeniably true that life in the city has become more expensive.

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  • undeniably true
  • undeniably talented
  • undeniably important
  • undeniably the case

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Main spelling

  • undeniablyadverb