Apparently Meaning and Definition
Apparently
Pronunciation
/əˈpærəntli/
Part of Speech
Adverb
Definition
Surprisingly or unexpectedly so; seemingly or it appears that.
Etymology
The word “Apparently” has its roots in the 15th-century verb “appear”, meaning to become visible. It has evolved to convey a sense of sudden or unexplained change in circumstances.
Usage Notes
“Apparently” is often used to convey a sense of surprise, as in “The news apparently didn’t affect the share price.” It can also be used to express a lack of knowledge or certainty, as in “I apparently forgot my phone at home.”
Cultural References
The phrase “Apparently I missed it” has become a popular meme and cultural reference, often used to express a sense of not being aware of something.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- “Apparently so”
- “Apparently not”
Related Words or Phrases
- Seemingly
- It seems
- Apparently so
Collocations
- “Apparently surprised”
- “Apparently unaware”
- “Apparently not aware”
Frequency of Use
“Apparently” is a commonly used word in modern English, often used in informal conversation and writing.
Common Misspellings
- “Apperantly”
- “Aperently”