adverb, taru-adjective
firmly; resolutely; absolutely
Expresses a strong, unwavering attitude or decision. Often used with verbs like 断る, 拒否する, 主張する, or 反対する.
彼はその申し出を断然断った。
He flatly refused the offer.
社長
The president was resolutely opposed to the plan.
adverb
Used before adjectives or verbs to emphasize that something is clearly wrong, different, or not the case. Common in negative or contrastive contexts.
このやり方は断然間違っている。
This way is definitely wrong.
彼の意見は私のとは断然違う。
His opinion is absolutely different from mine.
adverb
by far; far and away; hands down
Used in comparisons to indicate a clear, overwhelming superiority or difference. Often paired with 一番, 最も, or comparative expressions.
この店のラーメンが断然おいしい。
This shop's ramen is by far the best.
彼はクラスで断然一番足が速い。
He is hands down the fastest runner in the class.