Definitions
- Used to express certainty or confidence in a statement. - Often used to emphasize the truth or accuracy of a claim. - Can be used to acknowledge a fact or situation that is beyond doubt.
- Used to express certainty or confidence in a statement. - Often used to emphasize the truth or accuracy of a claim. - Can be used to acknowledge a fact or situation that is beyond doubt.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words express certainty or confidence in a statement.
- 2Both words are used to emphasize the truth or accuracy of a claim.
- 3Both words can be used to acknowledge a fact or situation that is beyond doubt.
- 4Both words are adverbs.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Undoubtedly is more commonly used than unquestionably in everyday language.
- 2Connotation: Undoubtedly has a slightly more informal connotation than unquestionably.
- 3Frequency: Undoubtedly is used more frequently in spoken language, while unquestionably is more common in written language.
Remember this!
Undoubtedly and unquestionably are synonyms that express certainty or confidence in a statement. They are both adverbs and can be used interchangeably in most contexts. However, undoubtedly is more commonly used in everyday language and has a slightly more informal connotation, while unquestionably is more common in written language and may be more difficult to pronounce or spell for some learners.
