evidently

ev-i-dent-ly · adverb

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Definitions

adverb

  1. 1.

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

  2. 2.

    Based on what can be inferred from available evidence; apparently.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    quite evidently — used to emphasize the obviousness of something
  • •
    most evidently — with complete clarity

Related words

Antonyms: doubtfully, questionably, uncertainly
See also: apparently, clearly, evident, obviously
Synonyms: apparently, clearly, obviously, plainly, seemingly

Etymology

From Latin "evidens" (obvious, apparent), from "e-" (out) + "videre" (to see), plus the adverbial suffix "-ly." First attested in English in the 15th century.