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- obviously adverb /ˈɑbviəsli/ used when giving information that you expect other people to know already or agree with synonym clearly Obviously, we don't want to spend too much money.
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.
/ˈɑbviɪsli/ /ˈɒbviəsli/ IPA guide. Something obviously true is clearly, totally, unmistakably true. There's just no doubt about it. Obviously is a word people use when they are sure of something and sure that it's plainly clear to others. When you get presents on your birthday, you're obviously happy. Dogs obviously like to chase squirrels.
You use obviously to indicate that something is easily noticed, seen, or recognized. They obviously appreciate you very much. Synonyms: plainly , patently , undoubtedly , evidently More Synonyms of obviously
The meaning of OBVIOUSLY is in an obvious manner. How to use obviously in a sentence.
If you describe something that someone says as obvious, you are being critical of it because you think it is unnecessary or shows lack of imagination.
Definitions of 'obviously'. 1. You use obviously when you are stating something that you expect the person who is listening to know already. [emphasis] [...] 2. You use obviously to indicate that something is easily noticed, seen, or recognized. [...]
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used to say that a particular situation or fact is easy to see or understand He was obviously drunk. They're obviously not coming. “I didn't realize it was a formal occasion.” “Obviously!” (= I can see by the way you are dressed.)
