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Apparently vs presumably

Both 'apparently' and 'presumably' are adverbs used to indicate that something seems likely or probable, but they have slightly different nuances. 'Apparently' is used when something is evident or obvious based on the available information, while 'presumably' is used to express an assumption or inference based on what is known. They are not interchangeable in all contexts.

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Apparently

The word 'apparently' is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that something seems likely or probable based on the available information.

Use 'apparently' to show that something is evident or obvious based on the information at hand. It is often used to convey surprise or skepticism.

Examples:

Apparently, he forgot about the meeting.
She apparently didn't receive the email.
The store is apparently closed today.
Apparently, the project is behind schedule.
He apparently won the competition.

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Apparently blondes test better with morning viewers.
Apparently, they never were engaged.
Apparently his species was becoming extinct.
Apparently my orders were not very clear.
Apparently unaware that were being filmed.
Apparently you're a successful gambler.
Apparently, Margaret was dazzling and brilliant.
Apparently they do things differently in Portugal.
Apparently Akai and his squad are here.
Apparently excitement and intrigue follow me.
Apparently she's missing or something.
Apparently there's an elevated threat level at Greendale.
Apparently his family needed my help.
Apparently the pleasure's all mine.
Apparently, Acton has some accusations.
Apparently, I needed a prescription.
Apparently forgot to sneak the shaving cream.
Apparently, somebody tipped off the Chilean authorities.
Apparently he has very democratic tastes.
Apparently Travis attacked his father and grabbed the wheel.

Alternatives:

seemingly
ostensibly
evidently
it seems
as it appears

presumably

The word 'presumably' is correct and commonly used in English to express an assumption or inference based on what is known.

Use 'presumably' to indicate that something is likely or probable based on the available information. It is often used to make educated guesses or logical inferences.

Examples:

He's late, so he's presumably stuck in traffic.
Presumably, they will arrive before noon.
The price will presumably increase next month.
Presumably, she didn't receive the invitation.
Presumably, the meeting will be rescheduled.

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6 days ago ... used to say what you think is the likely situation: They can presumably afford to buy a bigger apartment. Presumably he just forgot to send the ...
: it seems likely : probably Since he likes art, he will presumably enjoy the museum. More from Merriam-Webster on presumably. Nglish: Translation of presumably ...
Presumably definition, by assuming reasonably; probably: Since he is a consistent winner, he is presumably a superior player. See more.
presumably (comparative more presumably, superlative most presumably). able to be sensibly presumed quotations ▽synonyms △.
When you add presumably to whatever you're saying, you're giving notice that you think what you're saying is true but telling your listener not to ask for the ...
New or presumably new left bundle branch block in patients with suspected acute coronary syndrome: Clinical, echocardiographic, and electrocardiographic ...
From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishpresumablypre‧su‧ma‧bly /prɪˈzjuːməbli $ -ˈzuː-/ ○○○ S3 W3 AWL adverb THINK SO/NOT BE SUREused to say that ...
Prevalence of hemochromatosis among 11,065 presumably healthy blood donors. N Engl J Med. 1988 May 26;318(21):1355-62. doi: 10.1056/NEJM198805263182103.

Alternatives:

probably
likely
it stands to reason
it is reasonable to assume
one can assume

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