categorically
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“Reports circulating on media outlets claiming that Mr. Zambada has entered into a cooperation agreement with the United States government are categorically false,” Perez said in a statement to The Times.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
“It’s almost categorically nothing to do with fundamentals,” said Jonathan Parkman, head of agriculture at commodities brokerage Marex.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
Iran's embassy in the UK says it "categorically rejects any allegations" of the country's involvement in "violent activities or incidents in the United Kingdom".
From BBC • May 2, 2026
The lawsuit claims The Atlantic went ahead with their story “despite being expressly warned, hours before publication, that the central allegations were categorically false” and “despite having abundant publicly available information contradicting those allegations.”
From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026
On the other hand the control agencies tend to deny flatly and categorically that such losses have occurred, or that they are of any importance if they have.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
Vocabulary lists containing categorically
Animal Farm
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Field Guide to the North American Teenager
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Gene
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
