Apparently — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /ə-ˈper-ənt-lē/ ap·par·ent·ly

Meaning & Definition of Apparently

Apparently (adverb)

  1. it seems apparent —used to describe something that appears to be true based on what is known

Apparently (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to all outward appearances

    "apparently, the kids didn't know the cake was for the potluck, since they helped themselves to it"

    similar: evidently, ostensibly, ostensively, presumably, putatively, seemingly, supposedly, on the surface
    related: externally, outwardly, visibly, believably, credibly, assumably, likely, presumedly, probably, conceivably, maybe, mayhap, perchance, perhaps, possibly, professedly, supposably, allegedly, purportedly, reportedly, reputedly, clearly, distinctly, manifestly, obviously, plainly, self-evidently, assuredly, positively, surely
    near: implausibly, impossibly, improbably, incredibly

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Apparently

The most common words with a similar meaning to Apparently:

evidently, ostensibly, ostensively, presumably, putatively, seemingly, supposedly, on the surface

Related Words for Apparently

externally, outwardly, visibly, believably, credibly, assumably, likely, presumedly, probably, conceivably, maybe, mayhap, perchance, perhaps, possibly, professedly, supposably, allegedly, purportedly, reportedly, reputedly, clearly, distinctly, manifestly, obviously, plainly, self-evidently, assuredly, positively, surely

Near Antonyms of Apparently

implausibly, impossibly, improbably, incredibly

Origin & Etymology of Apparently

Middle English aparenly, apparently "clearly, plainly," from apparaunt, apparent apparent + -ly -ly:2

First known use: 1566

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Apparently

Frequently Asked Questions about Apparently

What does "Apparently" mean?

"Apparently" means it seems apparent —used to describe something that appears to be true based on what is known. As an adverb, it is defined as: it seems apparent —used to describe something that appears to be true based on what is known.

What is another word for "Apparently"?

Other words for "Apparently" include evidently, ostensibly, ostensively, presumably, putatively, seemingly, supposedly and on the surface. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Apparently" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Apparently"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Apparently". Common alternatives include evidently, ostensibly, ostensively, presumably, putatively, seemingly, supposedly and on the surface.

How do you use "Apparently" in a sentence?

Examples of "Apparently" in a sentence: "apparently, the kids didn't know the cake was for the potluck, since they helped themselves to it".

Is "Apparently" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Apparently" is an adverb.

Is "Apparently" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B1-level word, "Apparently" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.

How do you pronounce "Apparently"?

"Apparently" is pronounced /ə-ˈper-ənt-lē/ and divided into syllables as ap·par·ent·ly.

What is the origin of the word "Apparently"?

"Apparently" comes from Middle English aparenly, apparently "clearly, plainly," from apparaunt, apparent apparent + -ly -ly:2. First known use: 1566.