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obviously

adverb
SayOB-vee-uhs-lee/ˈɑ(b).vi(.)əs.li/UK/ˈɒ(b).vi.əs.li/

2 meanings of obviously

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  1. 1
    clearlyadverb
    In a way that is easy to see or understand.

    Like a big red stain on a white shirt: you notice it right away.

    She was obviously tired after the long trip.

    The lock was obviously broken, so we couldn't open the gate.

    Similarclearly, evidently, plainly, visibly

  2. 2
    for emphasisadverbcolloquial
    Used to add emphasis or introduce a point, even when it is not really clear.

    Obviously, I'll come to your party. I wouldn't miss it!

    "Obviously, we just went out there and played our game," the coach said.

    UsageOften starts a sentence. Using it too much can sound like you think others should already know.

    Similarnaturally

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Origin

From the word "obvious" plus the ending "-ly".

Checked 5 Nov 2026 · 1 fact