Etymology

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Today it means: In a manner which makes the fact or conclusion evident; obviously; as may be clearly inferred. Full definition →

First used 17th c.Middle English evidently
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  1. Middle English · inherited fromevidently
  2. English todayevidently

From Middle English evidently, evydently; equivalent to evident + -ly.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 17th c. In a manner which makes the fact or conclusion evident; obviously; as may be clearly inferred.
  • 14th–19th c. In such a way as to be clearly visible or manifest; distinctly, clearly.

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