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- (colloquial) Used as a filler word, or to introduce information even when not obvious.
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What does the adverb obviously mean? There are two meanings listed in OED's entry for the adverb obviously , one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
Nov 1, 2024 · obviously (comparative more obviously, superlative most obviously) In an obvious or clearly apparent manner. She was in floods of tears and obviously very upset. She'd obviously not gone to sleep yet: her eyes were bloodshot with sleepiness. It was a casual sneer, obviously one of a long line.
Aug 9, 2023 · Meaning: A derogatory slang term for a person considered to be foolish or contemptible. Origin : Derives from “toss off”, a slang term for male masturbation, but its usage has broadened to be a general insult.
Obviously definition: in a way that is easy to see or understand; evidently. See examples of OBVIOUSLY used in a sentence.
obviously. adverb. These are words and phrases related to obviously. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of obviously. VERY. Synonyms. really. truly. undeniably. veritably. very. extremely. exceedingly. especially. unusually. exceptionally. uncommonly. abnormally. terribly. awfully. intensely. deeply.
obviously in British English. (ˈɒbvɪəslɪ ) adverb. 1. in a way that is easy to see or understand; evidently. 2. without subtlety. 3. (sentence modifier) it is obvious that; clearly.
uk / ˈɒb.vi.əs.li / us / ˈɑːb.vi.əs.li / Add to word list. B1. in a way that is easy to understand or see: He was in tears and obviously very upset. Obviously the school cannot function without teachers. Synonyms. clearly (CERTAIN) manifestly formal. patently. plainly. Fewer examples.
