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eindeutig

clearly, unambiguously

adverb kon-ze-KVENT Rare
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Also means

definitely, unmistakably

Usage Note

Eindeutig used as an adverb means there is no room for doubt or alternative interpretation. Das ist eindeutig falsch is stronger than das ist offensichtlich falsch. Also used as a standalone response: 'Eindeutig!' meaning 'Absolutely!' or 'No question!'

Examples

"Das Ergebnis war eindeutig — sie hatte mit weitem Abstand gewonnen."

Natural Translation

The result was clear-cut — she had won by a wide margin.

Literal Translation

The result was unambiguously — she had with wide distance won.

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