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obviously

Pronunciation: [ˈɑːbviəsli]

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Learn how to use obviously in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “clarification”

(adverb) when something is clear and easy to see or understand. If something is obvious, everyone can see it without needing extra explanation.

Example

She obviously loves reading books because she always carries one.

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It was not obviously clear to him how to solve the math problem.

Example

Do you think it is obviously going to rain today?

Context: “certainty”

(adverb) when someone states something in a way that shows they are very sure about it. It shows confidence in what someone is saying.

Example

He obviously knows a lot about animals, as he can name so many different species.

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She didn't obviously know the answer to the question, so she hesitated.

Example

Is it obviously true that they will come to the party?

How to pronounce obviously

Pronunciation: [ˈɑːbviəsli]

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