sure·ly
sure·ly/ˈSHo͝orlē/
adverb
- used to emphasize the speaker's firm belief that what they are saying is true and often their surprise that there is any doubt of this."if there is no will, then surely the house goes automatically to you"synonyms: it must be the case that, I believe that, assuredly, without question, don't tell me that … not …
- with assurance or confidence."no one knows how to move the economy quickly and surely in that direction"synonyms: firmly, steadily, confidently, solidly, securely, unhesitatingly, unfalteringly, unswervingly, determinedly, doggedly, assuredly
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1. : in a sure manner: a. archaic : without danger or risk of injury or loss : safely.
used to express surprise that something has happened or is going to happen: Surely you don't expect me to believe that?
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adverb · firmly; unerringly; without missing, slipping, etc. · undoubtedly, assuredly, or certainly: The results are surely encouraging. · (in emphatic ...
Use the adverb surely to emphasize your certainty about a point. For example, you could tell your friend that her painting is so good that she'll surely win ...
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1. firmly; unerringly; without missing, slipping, etc. 2. undoubtedly, assuredly, or certainly.
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used to show that you are almost certain of what you are saying and want other people to agree with you. Surely we should do something about it?
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SURELY meaning: 1 : in a confident way; 2 : without a doubt certainly.
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5 days ago · We use the adverb surely to express a degree of certainty. It does not express as much certainty as definitely or certainly.
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sure·ly · 1. With confidence; unhesitatingly. · 2. Undoubtedly; certainly: You surely can't be serious. · 3. Without fail: Slowly but surely spring returns.