adverb

arguably

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adverb

Based on reasonable evidence or argument, though not beyond dispute.

"She is arguably the best violinist of her generation."

"This is arguably the most important decision the company has made in years."

How to Use Arguably

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA way of stating an opinion while signalling it can be backed up with reasons, even if not everyone agrees.

Common mistake

Avoid pairing it with statements of pure fact — "arguably" fits opinions and judgments, not settled facts.

more arguably comparative, most arguably superlative

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She is _____ the best violinist of her generation.

From arguable plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly; arguable itself comes from argue, from Latin arguere.

notably probably amicably suitably reliably admirably favorably miserably inexorably reasonably invariably remarkably