emphatically
UK: ɪmˈfætɪkli | US: ɪmˈfætɪkli
adv. in a forceful or unmistakable manner
adv. with strong emphasis or conviction
The word "emphatically" derives from the Greek root "emphatikos" (meaning "demonstrative" or "forceful"), which entered Late Latin as "emphaticus." The English base "emphatic" (forceful) combines with the adverbial suffix "-ally" (from Latin "-aliter"), forming a word that intensifies actions or statements. The progression reflects a linguistic shift from physical demonstration to verbal emphasis.
She nodded emphatically to show her agreement.
The CEO denied the rumors emphatically during the press conference.
He spoke emphatically about the need for environmental reforms.
The judge ruled emphatically in favor of the plaintiff.
The data emphatically supports the new theory.