evidently Meaning & Definition
What Does Evidently Mean?
Evidently is an adverb that means In a manner which makes the fact or conclusion evident; obviously; as may be clearly inferred. It is also used to mean In such a way as to be clearly visible or manifest; distinctly, clearly.
Evidently: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈɛvɪdəntli// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | plain, obviously and patently |
| Comparative / superlative | more evidently, most evidently |
Evidently Definition (Adverb)
- In a manner which makes the fact or conclusion evident; obviously; as may be clearly inferred.
- In such a way as to be clearly visible or manifest; distinctly, clearly.
- Apparently.
Synonyms of Evidently
Evidently synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Evidently
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Evidently in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
evidently (comparative more evidently, superlative most evidently)
Origin of Evidently
From Middle English evidently, evydently; equivalent to evident + -ly.
Evidently Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of evidently is //ˈɛvɪdəntli//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Evidently
What part of speech is evidently?
Evidently is an adverb.
What is another word for evidently?
Close synonyms of evidently are plain, obviously and patently. See the full list of evidently synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of evidently?
The comparative form is more evidently and the superlative form is most evidently.