absolutely not

Beginner 📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang

Definition

A strong, emphatic refusal with no room for negotiation or misunderstanding.

Example Usage

Are you leaving her? Absolutely not—she's my ride or die.

Origin

Standard English phrase; used for centuries but popularized in internet slang and meme culture in 2000s-2010s

Fun Fact

Often delivered with exaggerated confidence or flair, especially in reaction videos and social media posts.

Source: Definition backfill (hailey)

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