adv
Uncommon
overtly
Overtly (adv) means In a way that is open and obvious, not hidden. Example: “The ad was overtly aimed at teenagers.”
adv
1
In a way that is open and obvious, not hidden.
"The ad was overtly aimed at teenagers."
"He was overtly critical of the new policy in the meeting."
How to use overtly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOpenly and without any attempt to hide it.
Common pairings
overtly political
overtly hostile
overtly critical
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more overtly
- Superlative
- most overtly
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The ad was _____ aimed at teenagers.
Etymology
From overt + the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
Antonyms
in secret
covertly
Related words
Rhymes for overtly
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What does “overtly” mean?
The word “overtly” means in a way that is open and obvious, not hidden. In plain terms, openly and without any attempt to hide it.
How do you use “overtly” in a sentence?
Here is “overtly” used in a sentence: “The ad was overtly aimed at teenagers.”
What is the opposite of “overtly”?
The opposite of “overtly” — its antonyms — are in secret and covertly.
What part of speech is “overtly”?
“Overtly” is an adverb.
Is “overtly” a common word?
“Overtly” is an uncommon word in modern English.
