Officially: meaning, definitions and examples
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officially
[ ษหfษชสษli ]
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.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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:
๐ต๐น oficialmente
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคงเคฟเคเคพเคฐเคฟเค เคฐเฅเคช เคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช offiziell
๐ฎ๐ฉ secara resmi
๐บ๐ฆ ะพััััะนะฝะพ
๐ต๐ฑ oficjalnie
๐ฏ๐ต ๅ ฌๅผใซ
๐ซ๐ท officiellement
๐ช๐ธ oficialmente
๐น๐ท resmi olarak
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ณต์์ ์ผ๋ก
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฑุณู ูุงู
๐จ๐ฟ oficiรกlnฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ oficiรกlne
๐จ๐ณ ๆญฃๅผๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ uradno
๐ฎ๐ธ opinberlega
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตัะผะธ ัาฏัะดะต
๐ฌ๐ช แแคแแชแแแแฃแ แแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ rษsmi olaraq
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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- 5721 contamination
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- 5724 officially
- 5725 troubled
- 5726 charitable
- 5727 afterward
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