Meaning of in no uncertain terms | Babel Free
Definitions
Definitely, clearly; bluntly, forthrightly; explicitly, categorically, unequivocally.
Equivalents
Examples
“The latter held up the lamp where it wouldn't get⟳ smashed and admonished them in no uncertain terms that he wanted me alive.”
“Kennedy assured West German Ambassador Wilhelm Grewe in no uncertain terms that he does not intend⟳ to let⟳ West Berlin go down the drain.”
“We think⟳ it's time the people whose lives are being affected by callous indifference and malignant neglect⟳ let⟳ elected representatives and government agencies know⟳ their concerns in no uncertain terms.”
“In no uncertain terms do I believe⟳ that we should outlaw or 'wuss down' contact⟳ sports!!!”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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