namely

adverb
UK: /ˈneɪmli/
US: /ˈneɪmli/

  1. Used to introduce more exact or detailed information about something you have already mentioned.

    1. We need assistance, namely financial aid.
    2. Two members were absent, namely the chair and vice-chair, due to illness.

Synonyms

specifically in other words

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "namely" is /ˈneɪmli/ in British English and /ˈneɪmli/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "namely": specifically, in other words.

Example usage of "namely": "We need assistance, namely financial aid.". More examples on the page.