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obviously

adverb B1 Neutral

Meaning

Obviously means that something is clear or easy to see and understand.
💡 Be careful not to use "obviously" when the situation is not clear to everyone.

Example Sentences

Obviously , do you think this plan will work well ?
Obviously , you need to finish your homework before playing outside .
She obviously does not like spicy food at all .
She obviously likes coffee because she drinks it every morning .

Word in Context

Anna was late for the exam because her bus was slow . She obviously felt nervous when she ran into the classroom . The teacher smiled and said she could sit down , which helped Anna calm down a little . During the test Anna read each question carefully and checked her answers . After the exam she felt proud that she had tried her best .

Common Phrases

obviously true obviously wrong obviously important

Synonyms

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