Pronunciation

/ˈæbsəluːt/

Definitions

• Adjective:

  • Complete and total, without any exception or qualification. For example: “The evidence points to an absolute truth.”
  • Not relative; independent of external factors or conditions. For example: “Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature.”
  • (of power or a ruler) Unrestricted by constitutional or other limits. For example: “The king ruled with absolute power.”

• Noun:

  • The ultimate standard or principle. For example: “Morality has no absolute.”
  • (usually in plural form) An absolute value. For example: “Find the absolutes of -3 and 3.”

Phrases

• “Absolute certainty” refers to something known with complete confidence.
• “Absolute beginner” denotes someone who has no prior knowledge or experience in a particular subject.
• “In absolute terms” means considering something without comparison or relation to other factors.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The company’s success was due to absolute commitment from its employees.”
• Noun: “Understanding the absolutes in mathematics helps in problem-solving.”

Synonyms

• Adjective: Total, utter, complete, unqualified, unconditional, unlimited, supreme, outright.
• Noun: Unmitigated, whole, entire, sheer, plain, very, sheer, thoroughgoing, perfect.