Apparently: meaning, definitions and examples

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apparently

 

[ əˈparəntli ]

Adverb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adverb

in a way that seems to be true, although it is not certain

Used to say that you have heard that something is true, although you are not completely sure about it. This word is often used to express doubt or uncertainty.

Synonyms

allegedly, ostensibly, reportedly, seemingly

Examples of usage

  • I've never met her, but apparently she's really nice.
  • They're apparently going to get married soon.
Context #2 | Adverb

according to what you have heard or read

Used to indicate that something seems to be true based on the information available. It is often used to convey information that is not firsthand.

Synonyms

allegedly, reportedly, supposedly

Examples of usage

  • Apparently, the meeting has been postponed.
  • She's apparently a famous actress.

Translations

Translations of the word "apparently" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aparentemente

🇮🇳 स्पष्ट रूप से

🇩🇪 anscheinend

🇮🇩 tampaknya

🇺🇦 очевидно

🇵🇱 najwyraźniej

🇯🇵 どうやら

🇫🇷 apparemment

🇪🇸 aparentemente

🇹🇷 görünüşe göre

🇰🇷 분명히

🇸🇦 يبدو

🇨🇿 zjevně

🇸🇰 zjavne

🇨🇳 显然

🇸🇮 očitno

🇮🇸 augljóslega

🇰🇿 байқап тұрғандай

🇬🇪 როგორც ჩანს

🇦🇿 görünür ki

🇲🇽 aparentemente

Etymology

The word 'apparently' originated from the Middle English word 'apparauntli', which in turn came from the Old French word 'aparaent'. It has been used in the English language since the late 14th century. The term has evolved over time to its current usage, indicating something that seems to be true based on available information.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,504, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.