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[けっ(決)·し·て]
kesshite
adverb

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[け(決)·し·て]
keshite
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English Meaning(s) for 決して

adverb
  1. (not) ever; (not) by any means; (not) in the least; (not) in any way; (not) at all (with neg. sentence)
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Definition and Synonyms for 決して

Never not at all
Synonyms: 決す, 決して, 決する
Not By A Blame Sight definitely not
Synonyms: 決す, 決して, 決する
Never certainly not
Synonyms: 決す, 決して, 決する
Never not in any circumstances
Synonyms: 決す, 決して, 決する

Meanings for each kanji in 決して

決 decide; fix; agree upon; appoint Kanji Details »

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Sample Sentences for 決して

A Japanese would never do such a thing.
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He is unsatisfied with the result.
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Be sure and remember to write a letter.
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He is the last man to tell a lie.
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God never forgets even a small kindness.
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