categorical

adjective
/ˌkætəˈɡɒrɪkəl/

Meaning

Absolute and without exception; expressed clearly and directly.

Example Sentences

She gave a categorical denial of the allegations.

Example Expressions

categorical imperative

Synonyms

absolute, definite, explicit, unconditional, clear

Antonyms

ambiguous, uncertain, conditional

Collocations

categorical denial, categorical statement, categorical imperative, categorical assurance

Related Vocabularies

relating to or involved in serious criminal activity
relating to or providing evidence
not suitable or well chosen; awkward or unfortunate
occurring infrequently or irregularly; happening from time to time
reckless; extremely urgent; critical
not spoiled or made impure; perfectly clean or pure

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