Officially: meaning, definitions and examples

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officially

 

[ ษ™หˆfษชสƒษ™li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

formally

In a formal and public way, following rules or conventions. Typically used to describe something done with authority, approval, or legality.

Synonyms

authoritatively, formally, legally.

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Word Description / Examples
officially

This word is used when something is done in line with official procedures or announcements. It is often used by organizations or authorities to convey formal acceptance, recognition, or declarations.

  • The event was officially opened by the mayor.
  • She officially changed her name after marriage.
formally

This word is used when adhering to conventional or established forms and procedures, often involving official or traditional protocols. It is commonly used in official settings, legal matters, and ceremonies.

  • The contract was formally signed in the presence of witnesses.
  • They were formally introduced at the gala dinner.
legally

This word is used in the context of law and legality. It indicates actions or situations that conform to the law or are recognized by law.

  • She is legally responsible for her actions.
  • They are trying to resolve the issue legally.
authoritatively

This word is used when something is done or said with the confidence and influence of an authority. It suggests expert knowledge or power to enforce decisions.

  • He spoke authoritatively on the subject, leaving no room for doubt.
  • The guidelines were authoritatively established by the committee.

Examples of usage

  • He was officially appointed as the new CEO of the company.
  • The government officially declared a state of emergency.
  • She was officially recognized for her achievements in the field.

Translations

Translations of the word "officially" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น oficialmente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคงเคฟเค•เคพเคฐเคฟเค• เคฐเฅ‚เคช เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช offiziell

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ secara resmi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั„ั–ั†ั–ะนะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ oficjalnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ…ฌๅผใซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท officiellement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ oficialmente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท resmi olarak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณต์‹์ ์œผ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุณู…ูŠุงู‹

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oficiรกlnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ oficiรกlne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆญฃๅผๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ uradno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ opinberlega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะตัะผะธ ั‚าฏั€ะดะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒคแƒ˜แƒชแƒ˜แƒแƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rษ™smi olaraq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ oficialmente

Etymology

The word 'officially' originates from the late Middle English word 'official', which comes from the Old French word 'oficier', meaning 'perform one's duty'. The suffix '-ly' was added to form the adverb 'officially', indicating the manner in which something is done according to rules or authority.

See also: official, officialdom, officialization, officials, unofficial, unofficially.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,724 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.