绝对
Not qualified or limited in any way; total. Used to emphasize that something is completely true or certain.
Examples
3 of 5世界上没有绝对的公平。
There is no absolute fairness in the world.
我绝对支持你的决定。
I absolutely support your decision.
这件事绝对不能让别人知道。
This matter must absolutely not be known by others.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Jue (extreme) + Dui (opposite) = No opposite/companion exists; it stands alone totally.
Quick Quiz
虽然他很有信心，但没有任何事是___的。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 绝对
Examples
世界上没有绝对的公平。
academicThere is no absolute fairness in the world.
我绝对支持你的决定。
formalI absolutely support your decision.
这件事绝对不能让别人知道。
everydayThis matter must absolutely not be known by others.
你绝对没看错，就是他。
informalYou definitely didn't see it wrong; it was him.
我们需要绝对的忠诚。
businessWe need absolute loyalty.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
绝无仅有
the only one of its kind
绝对值
absolute value
绝非偶然
absolutely not accidental
Often Confused With
肯定 means 'certainly' (degree of belief); 绝对 means 'absolutely' (degree of totality).
Usage Notes
Used in academic writing to discuss objective standards (absolute vs relative).
Common Mistakes
In academic writing, avoid using '绝对' too often as it can sound biased or unscientific.
Memory Tip
Jue (extreme) + Dui (opposite) = No opposite/companion exists; it stands alone totally.
Word Origin
Severed/Cut off (绝) + Pair (对) = Peerless/Total.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
虽然他很有信心，但没有任何事是___的。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 绝对
Related Phrases
Related Vocabulary
More logic words
对应
B1To correspond to or match something else. It describes a relationship where one thing relates directly to another in a different system.
尽管
B1Used to introduce a fact that makes the main statement surprising. It functions like 'although' or 'even though' in English.
具体
B1Relating to a particular thing rather than a general one; clear and detailed. It is the opposite of abstract or vague.
不仅
B1Used to indicate that something else is also true in addition to the first thing mentioned. It is usually paired with '而且' or '也'.
实际上
B1Used to emphasize the real facts of a situation, especially when they are different from what people believe or expect. Functions like 'actually' or 'in fact'.
确定
B1To decide definitely or to find out exactly. It involves making something certain or confirming a fact.
反之
B1Conversely; on the contrary; otherwise. It is used to introduce a statement that is the opposite or the reverse of the one previously mentioned.
意味着
B1To mean, signify, or imply. It links a fact to its logical consequence or meaning.
归纳
B1To summarize or conclude from a set of facts or observations; to categorize information into a general rule.
关联
B1A connection between two or more things; to be linked or associated.
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