Pronunciation

/sɜːˈʃʊəli/

Definitions

• Adverb: Expressing certainty or confidence in a statement or prediction. For example: “I’m sure he’ll arrive on time.”
• Adjective: Certain; without doubt; confidently. For example: “Surely, you remember this from our discussion earlier.”

Phrases

• “Surely you know” implies that something is obviously true.
• “There’s no doubt that” emphasizes certainty about a fact.
• “Beyond a shadow of a doubt” indicates complete certainty.

Example Sentences

• Adverb: “Don’t worry, surely everything will work out.”
• Adjective: “Surely, the answer must be correct.”
• Interrogative: “Surely, you can’t be serious?”

Synonyms

• Absolutely
• Definitely
• Positively
• Without a doubt
• Certainty

Antonyms

• Perhaps
• Maybe
• Doubtfully
• Uncertainly