# adamantly

/ˈædəməntɫi/ (US) · /ˈædəməntli/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adverb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/adamantly
Updated: 2026-05-31

## Definition

in a way that shows you are very determined and will not change your mind. You use this when someone is being very firm about what they want or believe.

For teachers: in a firm and determined manner; showing a refusal to change one's opinion or course of action. Often used to modify verbs of assertion or verbs related to resistance.

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