officially
Pronunciation: [əˈfɪʃ.əl.i]
Word
Context: "authority"
(adverb) when something is done in a way that is accepted or recognized by a group or organization. This is how things are done according to rules or laws. For example, when a school says that you are officially part of a team, it means you have been recognized as a member.
Example
She was officially appointed as the new principal of the school.
Example
He wasn't officially invited to the party, even though he showed up.
Example
Did they officially announce the winner of the contest?
Context: "confirmation"
(adverb) to indicate that something is confirmed or made clear in a formal way. For example, when you say something is officially true, it means everyone now knows it to be true.
Example
The project was officially confirmed by the city council.
Example
The rumor was not officially denied by the company.
Example
When will the changes be officially announced?
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