Words / B1

uh-PAR-uh-ntlee/əˈpærəntli/

Apparently means according to what you have heard or read — you are not 100% sure. Apparently the meeting is cancelled. Obviously means it is clear to everyone; apparently is weaker and useful when you report news. Seemingly is close but more written. Put it at the start, or after the verb: she is apparently in charge.

Meaning

According to what you have heard or read; it seems.

Examples

• “Apparently the train is late.”
• “Apparently they have already left.”
• “The shop is apparently closed on Mondays.”

Good to know

reports hearsay, not proof. Stronger / clearer: obviously. Typical: Apparently + clause.

Near in meaning

seemingly

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