Definitely vs. Obviously — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Definitely and Obviously
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Definitely
Clearly defined; explicitly precise
A definite statement of the terms of the will.
Obviously
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Definitely
Forthright and unambiguous
The doctor was very definite about what foods you should avoid.
Obviously
In a way that is easily perceived or understood; clearly
She was obviously unwell
Obviously, everyone has to do what they think is right
Definitely
Clearly developed or firmly decided
No definite idea of what to do for a career.
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Obviously
Easily perceived or understood; apparent.
Definitely
Readily distinguished or certain
At a definite disadvantage.
Obviously
Easily seen through because of a lack of subtlety; transparent
An obvious political ploy that fooled no one.
Definitely
(Grammar) Limiting or particularizing.
Obviously
In an obvious or clearly apparent manner.
She was in floods of tears and obviously very upset.
Definitely
Of a fixed number usually less than 20, as certain floral organs, especially stamens.
Obviously
(colloquial) Used as a filler word, or to introduce information even when not obvious.
You weren't to know, but I've spoken to, obviously, Jim about this, and ...
Definitely
Cymose; determinate.
Obviously
Unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly');
The answer is obviously wrong
She was in bed and evidently in great pain
He was manifestly too important to leave off the guest list
It is all patently nonsense
She has apparently been living here for some time
I thought he owned the property, but apparently not
You are plainly wrong
He is plain stubborn
Definitely
Without question and beyond doubt.
Joe definitely doesn't know how to drive a tractor.
She said she wasn't coming, definitely.
Definitely
In a definite manner; decisively.
Definitely
In a definite manner; with precision; precisely; determinately.
Definitely
Without question and beyond doubt;
It was decidedly too expensive
She told him off in spades
By all odds they should win
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