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Meaning of overtly
The primary meaning of the word "overtly" is to do something openly or in a way that is easily noticed.
Etymology of overtly
The word "overtly" has its roots in the Old French word "overt", meaning open or visible, which is derived from the Latin word "apertus", meaning open or uncovered
Historically, the word "overtly" has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe actions or behaviors that are openly or visibly performed
Synonyms
openly
plainly
clearly
obviously
visibly
noticeably
manifestly
evidently
apparently
palpably
transparently
unmistakably
explicitly
frankly
candidly
bluntly
directly
straightforwardly
honestly
sincerely
intentionally
deliberately
consciously
purposefully
willfully
knowingly
intentionally
brazenly
shamelessly
flagrantly
blatantly
Definitions
- Done or shown openly and plainly, not secretly or quietly
- * Clearly and intentionally expressed or shown
Usage Examples
- The company has been overtly supportive of the new policy
- * She overtly flirted with him at the party
- * The government has been overtly critical of the opposition's plan
Antonyms
secretly
quietly
covertly
furtively
stealthily
surreptitiously
clandestinely
discreetly
subtly
indirectly
implicitly
unintentionally
unconsciously
inadvertently
accidentally
unknowingly
hiddenly
silently
unobtrusively
imperceptibly
invisibly