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Meaning of presumably
The primary meaning of "presumably" is to indicate a reasonable assumption or supposition about something.
Etymology of presumably
The word "presumably" originates from the verb "presume", which comes from the Old French "presumer", derived from the Latin "prae" (before) and "sumere" (to take).
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to express a reasonable assumption or supposition.
Synonyms
apparently
seemingly
evidently
obviously
clearly
manifestly
patently
plainly
allegedly
supposedly
purportedly
reportedly
presumably
likely
probably
plausibly
believably
conceivably
reasonably
rationally
logically
naturally
normally
usually
typically
customarily
ordinarily
expectedly
supposedly
allegedly
ostensibly
nominally
professedly
avowedly
confessedly
admittedly
Definitions
- Used to indicate a reasonable assumption or supposition about something, based on the information available.
- * Used to express a possibility or probability, without being entirely certain.
Usage Examples
- He will presumably be at the meeting, but I haven't confirmed with him yet.
- * She presumably didn't know about the party, or she would have attended.
- * The new policy will presumably lead to an increase in productivity, but only time will tell.