obviously
adverb
Simple meaning
Used as a filler word, or to introduce information even when not obvious.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
ahbveeuhsleeSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈɑbviəsli
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a standard way of writing speech sounds.
Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
adverb
In an obvious or clearly apparent manner.
colloquial
Used as a filler word, or to introduce information even when not obvious.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B1 · Intermediate
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- Everyday English
Word Aura™
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Aura for this meaning
This meaning: In an obvious or clearly apparent manner.
Used this way, obviously is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It quietly approves while staying precise.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Clear and precise
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
Word Aura describes common impressions, not a measurement. Tone changes with sentence, speaker, relationship and situation.
More ways to use obviously
- “The answer is obviously wrong.”adverb
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Close in meaning, but not always interchangeable.
In a clear and unambiguous manner.
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Easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind.
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