de réir dealraimh — meaning in English
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English meaning
- evidently adverb Clearly or obviously, based on what can be observed.
- ostensibly adv Apparently or supposedly, based on what is claimed — often with the hint that the real reason might be different.
- presumably adv Used to say that something is probably true, based on the available evidence, even without direct confirmation.
- purportedly adv As appears to be true or is stated or accepted to be (though might not be so).
Senses
de réir dealraimh is used for these senses in English:
- evidently In a manner which makes the fact or conclusion evident; obviously; as may be clearly inferred. [from 17th c.]
- ostensibly (modal) Seemingly, apparently, on the surface; supposedly, according to representations or implications made by someone (especially when their motives are suspected by others).
- purportedly As appears to be true or is stated or accepted to be (though might not be so).
evidently — full definition
- adverb Clearly or obviously, based on what can be observed.
- adverb Apparently, though not with total certainty.