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arguably

/ˈɑːrɡjuəbli/
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Adjective:arguable
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• adverb

1

In a way that can be supported by persuasive evidence or plausible reasons, often used to qualify a superlative or strong statement.

Example

"She is arguably the most influential architect of the twentieth century."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "arguable" can mean either capable of being supported by evidence or open to doubt, "arguably" is used almost exclusively as a sentence modifier to assert that a strong case can be made for a claim (especially before a superlative).

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective "arguable" and the adverbial suffix "-ly", ultimately tracing back to the Old French "arguer" and Latin "arguere", meaning "to make clear" or "to prove".

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Arguably. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/arguably
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