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What are the differences between the usages of these two words?

He will definitely (or certainly?) vote for X.
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What are the differences between the usages of these two words?

He will definitely (or certainly?) vote for X.
definitely indicates that without doubt he will vote for x; certainly indicates that he is extremely likely to vote for x.
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