English · Word Candidate

evidently

/ˈɛvɪdəntli/

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Sense 1

Meaning · English

In a manner which makes the fact or conclusion evident; obviously; as may be clearly inferred.

Adverb

Examples

The half-dozen pieces […] were painted white and carved with festoons of flowers, birds and cupids. To display them the walls had been tinted a vivid blue which had now faded, but the carpet, which had evidently been stored and recently relaid, retained its original turquoise.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Apparently.

Adverb

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “evidently” mean?

In a manner which makes the fact or conclusion evident; obviously; as may be clearly inferred.

Is “evidently” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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