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 the brain or intellect rather than emotion or feeling.
conscientiously fulfilling one's duty; obedient; respectful
relating to the use or analysis of numerical data
Restricted in size, amount, or extent; not great in number or ability.
Impossible to subdue or defeat.
Relating to or characteristic of a region.

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