Meaning
- Without fail.
- Certainly, undoubtedly.
- With confidence.
Synonyms
upon my word
I hope
I think
it is true
that’s it
yes indeed
I fear
most certainly
at any cost
beyond doubt
by Jove
it seems
most likely
of necessity
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈʃʊəli/
Etymology
In summary
From Middle English surely; equivalent to sure + -ly.
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