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absolute
complete and total, without any exception or qualification
Synonyms
- total
- complete
- utter
Antonyms
- partial
- qualified
- limited
absolute in a sentence
She had absolute confidence in her ability to pass the exam.
The judge's ruling was absolute, leaving no room for appeal or further discussion.
Where it comes from
From Latin absolutus 'set free, unrestricted'
Memory hook
AB-SOLUTE — think of an absolute solution with zero impurities, totally pure.
Read it in context
- The Merchant Governor History