Meaning of the word emphatic in English

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emphatic

US /emˈfæt̬.ɪk/
UK /emˈfæt.ɪk/
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Adjective

1.

showing or giving emphasis; expressing something forcibly and clearly

Example:
She made an emphatic denial of the accusations.
His answer was an emphatic 'no'.
2.

(of a person or their manner) expressing something forcibly and clearly

Example:
He was very emphatic about the need for change.
The coach was emphatic that the team needed to improve their defense.
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