Which of the following is the correct spelling of the adverb meaning without any doubt or certainly?

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A definitely
B definately
C definitly
D defenitely

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Answer: A. definitely

Correct Answer: A) definitely
Explanation: It helps to look at the root word finite. When you add the prefix de- and the adverb suffix -ly, it retains the 'i' in the middle and the silent 'e' (de-finite-ly).

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Which of the following is the correct spelling of the adverb meaning without any doubt or certainly?

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