visibly

adverb

Definition of visiblynext
as in outwardly

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for visibly
  1. outwardly
  2. apparently
  3. seemingly
  4. evidently
  5. supposedly
  6. ostensibly
  7. probably
  8. likely
Adverb
  • Her next-door neighbor and fellow actor Terry (Pete Holmes) is outwardly supportive but really just wants to get her into bed.
    Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 18 Oct. 2024
  • But from this outwardly modest architect came visual drama that gave rise to a mythical idea of living well in New York City.
    David Netto, Curbed, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of outwardly
Adverb
  • Little about the house changed, but workers did apparently fix the roof, per spies on the Brooklyn Heights Blog.
    Bridget Read, Curbed, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Miyagi-Do’s opponents this time are Dublin Thunder, apparently a dojo full of Irish stereotypes (complimentary).
    Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of apparently
Adverb
  • The marketing campaign has seemingly become more and more viral each year, as Spotify ups its graphic design and data personalization game.
    Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
  • One of the show's main characters will seemingly not return, which has left many questioning whether the show is – or should be – continuing.
    Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of seemingly
Adverb
  • These contests evidently provide some thrill that people are finding irresistible at this specific moment in time.
    Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 21 Nov. 2024
  • The boss allegedly flexed his muscle, making his displeasure known, and the board evidently reconsidered.
    Dan Alexander, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of evidently
Adverb
  • Scott, the old pro, knows how to give these scenes a vicious vitality that overcomes any thoughts about how the Romans supposedly got live sharks in the water.
    Alison Willmore, Vulture, 11 Nov. 2024
  • Like all first ladies, Melania launched an initiative to supposedly improve the lives of a certain segment of the American public.
    Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of supposedly
Adverb
  • But even his newest series, Landman, which is ostensibly about the oil business in southwest Texas, features Mexican cartels and inconvenient cadavers.
    Noel Murray, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024
  • Irvine City Council positions are ostensibly nonpartisan offices, but Park and Liu approach the dais from starkly different political backgrounds.
    Jonathan Horwitz, Orange County Register, 8 Nov. 2024
Definition of ostensibly
Adverb
  • Some legal experts have said that a higher court would probably block a sentencing if Merchan were to order one between now and Trump's inauguration.
    Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Mount a Sturdy Bag Dispenser If you’re obsessed with home organization, this plastic bag storage solution will probably be your favorite.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2024
Definition of probably
Adverb
  • Still, if the Sharks’ template is any indication, the Penguins will likely be challenged to become contenders again — not just this season but for years to come.
    Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
  • Dat Truong, 32, a 10-year Denver police officer, will likely be decertified from working as a police officer in Colorado due to the conviction.
    Shelly Bradbury, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of likely
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