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evidently

/ˈɛv.ɪ.dənt.li/
ev · i · dent · ly
Adjective:evident
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evidently Lexical Profile

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• adverb

1

In a way that is clearly seen or understood; obviously.

Example

"She was evidently pleased by the committee's unanimous decision to fund her research."

2

According to the available evidence or what can be inferred; apparently.

Example

"The train has evidently been delayed by the heavy snowfall further north."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Evidently' can either state a plain, unmistakable fact ('obviously') or qualify a statement based on indirect clues or hearsay ('apparently', 'it seems'), depending on context and tone.

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'evident' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', tracing back through Old French to the Latin 'evidens' ('obvious, apparent'), from 'ex-' ('out, fully') and 'videre' ('to see').

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