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US/ʌnˈdaʊ.tɪd.li/
UK/ʌnˈdaʊ.tɪd.li/
used to say that something is certainly true and nobody can doubt it
In context
She is undoubtedly the best player on the team.
The internet has undoubtedly changed the way we learn languages.
Undoubtedly, the hardest part of moving abroad is being far from family.
Words that go with undoubtedly
adverb + adjective
- undoubtedly the bestThis is undoubtedly the best bánh mì in town.
- undoubtedly trueWhat you say is undoubtedly true, but it doesn't help.
- undoubtedly importantSleep is undoubtedly important for memory.
adverb + verb
- will undoubtedlyPrices will undoubtedly rise after the new tax.
- undoubtedly helpExtra practice will undoubtedly help you in the exam.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Undoubtly, he is right.Correct: Undoubtedly, he is right.