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categorically

adverb

Reveal meaning and examples

In an absolute and unqualified manner.

The owner categorically rejected the suggestion of closing the shop.
Dictionary practice example.
The building owner categorically denies having authorized anyone to paint over the mural, leaving no qualification or exception in the statement.
From The Force of a Public Response.
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