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   What does the adverb patently mean? There is one meaning in OED's entry for the adverb patently . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence.

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   Definition of patently adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   Use the adverb patently when you want to emphasize something as clearly obvious. For example, you might say "It's patently clear that you hate spinach."

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   adverb. uk / ˈpeɪ.t ə nt.li / us / ˈpæ.t ə nt.li / Add to word list. in a way that is clear: She was patently lying. It's patently obvious that he doesn't care. Synonyms. clearly (CERTAIN) manifestly formal. obviously. plainly. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Apparent and obvious. (from) under your nose idiom. apparent.

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   adverb. 1. in a way that is easy to see or understand; evidently. 2. without subtlety. 3. (sentence modifier) it is obvious that; clearly. obviously not everyone has a driving licence. Collins English Dictionary.

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   adverb. /ˈpeɪtntli/ IPA: Dictionary definition of patently. Evident or unmistakably clear, often in a way that requires no further explanation or proof. "His argument was patently flawed and easily debunked." Detailed meaning of patently.

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   What does patently adverb mean?

   • 6. The company's success was patently due to its innovative approach. The adverb 'patently' has its etymological roots in the Latin word 'patens,' which means 'open' or 'clear.' In English, 'patently' is used to describe something that is evident or unmistakably clear, often in a way that requires no further explanation or proof.

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   What does 'patently' mean?

   • In English, 'patently' is used to describe something that is evident or unmistakably clear, often in a way that requires no further explanation or proof. It emphasizes the idea that a fact or situation is so transparent and obvious that it is readily apparent to anyone observing it.

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   When was the adverb patently first used?

   • The earliest known use of the adverb patently is in the Middle English period (1150—1500). OED's earliest evidence for patently is from 1441. patently is formed within English, by derivation. Etymons: patent adj., ‑ly suffix2.

   patently, adv. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English Dictionary

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   What is the adjective for patent?

   • • PATENT (adjective) The form of the word 'patent' that means 'clear' or 'obvious' has 2 senses: 1. (of a bodily tube or passageway) open; affording free passage 2. clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment Familiarity information: 'Patent' used as an adjective with the meaning 'clear' or 'obvious' is rare.

   What does patent mean? definition, meaning and audio

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   What is a synonym for 'patently'?

   • Synonyms for patently: evidently, manifestly, obviously, plain, plainly.

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   What is an example of a patently absurd situation?

   • Examples from the Corpus patently • Jenkins' explanation of the situation is patently absurd. • It is patently clear that the Blues must sell to buy or consider the possibility of exchange deals. • The two armies have patently failed to form a joint command. • Their marketing strategy has patently failed to work.

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   patently. From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English pa‧tent‧ly /ˈpeɪtntli $ ˈpæ-/ adverb formal very clearly The treatment is patently not working. patently false/untrue To say that the proposal has no disadvantages at all is patently untrue. It’s patently obvious that you’re in love with her.