No. 835 in Bulgarian
категорично
"Категорично" means "categorically" or "firmly" in English.
In a sentence
Той категорично отказа да приеме обвиненията.
He categorically refused to accept the accusations.
Here, 'категорично' emphasizes the firmness and decisiveness of the refusal, indicating a strong and clear stance.
Учителят отговори категорично на всички въпроси на учениците.
The teacher responded categorically to all the students' questions.
In this instance, 'категорично' suggests providing absolute and definitive answers, highlighting their definitive nature.
Ние трябва категорично да защитим правата на хората.
We must categorically defend people's rights.
In this usage, 'категорично' intensifies the imperative, stressing the necessity and determination with which the action should be taken.
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