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absolute

The correct spelling is absolute.

How to pronounce absolute

/ˈæb.səˌljuːt/
noun

IPA: /ˈæb.səˌljuːt/

Say it like: Abs-olu-te

The correct spelling is absolute. That which is independent of context-dependent interpretation, inviolate, fundamental. For example: "moral absolutes"

Usage Examples

moral absolutes

1658, Samuel Hoard, God[']s Love to Mankind, Manifested, by disprooving his absolute decree for their damnation

absolute purity, absolute liberty

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.That which is independent of context-dependent interpretation, inviolate, fundamental.
  2. 2.Anything that is absolute.
  3. 3.In a plane, the two imaginary circular points at infinity; in space of three dimensions, the imaginary circle at infinity.
  4. 4.(usually capitalized) A realm which exists without reference to anything else; that which can be imagined purely by itself; absolute ego.
  5. 5.(usually capitalized) The unity of spirit and nature; God.

adjective

  1. 1.Free of restrictions, limitations, qualifications or conditions; unconditional.
  2. 2.Free from imperfection, perfect, complete; especially, perfectly embodying a quality in its essential characteristics or to its highest degree.
  3. 3.Pure, free from mixture or adulteration; unmixed.
  4. 4.Complete, utter, outright; unmitigated, not qualified or diminished in any way.
  5. 5.Positive, certain; unquestionable.

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