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Read this sentence from 'Ten Days in Mad-House'.

There was absolutely nothing in the room but the bed and myself.

How does the word 'absolutely' affect the meaning of the sentence?

It shows that the author has observed the scene carefully.

It suggests that the author is exaggerating.

It emphasizes the complete lack of any comforts in the room.

It implies that some objects formerly in the room have been removed.​