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Wordabulary

necessarily

Pronunciation
Adverb B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

As a certain or expected result; used to say something must be true.

"Being expensive doesn't necessarily mean it's better."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

inevitably

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Being expensive doesn't _____ mean it's better."

Answer: necessarily

In your own words, what does "necessarily" mean?

As a certain or expected result; used to say something must be true.

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