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The word “obviously” is rude and belittling. What is obvious to one person might not be obvious to everyone. Deeming something as “obvious” makes those who disagree or are unaware of said “obviousness” feel disregarded or dumb.
Now i don’t know about everybody else, but people using this word in some contexts really pisses me off. If i’m talking to somebody and they respond…
It's how you find out someone doesn't have the ability to teach. Ask them to explain something, and if they use the words/phrases 'obviously' 'just' or 'it's easy' then they have failed.
Sep 9, 2014 · Obviously is a purely a destructive word — it's often used when a new concept is built from pre-existing but unexplained (and often unexamined) ideas.
Jun 28, 2013 · Is there any hidden rule for using the words "clearly", "obviously" or similar ones in a technical paper? It can be offensive to the readers in many cases (especially in mathematical proofs), since the reader may not find it "clear" or "obvious".
May 28, 2017 · The three words obviously, apparently, and evidently are similar, but have slightly different meanings. Obviously refers to something that needs no evidence to be understood. "In a way that is easily perceived or understood; clearly," according to the dictionary.
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May 9, 2016 · Saying obviously too often. Can somebody just explain to me why some people, especially managers at meetings, overuse the word obviously. After making the opening statement, they will then start each sentence on the subject using the word obviously, even when its not necessary.