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Definition of manifestly

manifestly

/ˈmæn.əˌfɛst.li/
man · i · fest · ly

Adjective:manifest
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• adverb

1

In a manner that is clear, unmistakable, or obvious to the eye or mind.

Example

"The proposed budget was manifestly inadequate to cover the rising costs of public infrastructure."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'manifest' and the suffix '-ly'. 'Manifest' derives from the Latin 'manifestus', meaning 'caught in the act' or 'plainly apprehendable', a compound of 'manus' (hand) and 'festus' (struck or seized).

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