obviously

adverb
UK: /ˈɒbviəsli/
US: /ˈɑːbviəsli/

  1. In a way that is easy to see or understand.

    1. She was obviously very upset after the game. [ ] [ ]
    2. It was obviously a difficult decision, given the circumstances, but it had to be made. [ ] [ ]

  2. Used to say that something is easily noticed.

    1. Obviously, you need a pen to write something. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new system is obviously more efficient, which benefits the entire team immediately. [ ] [ ]

  3. As you know or can see.

    1. Obviously I can't tell you everything. [ ] [ ]
    2. Obviously, we appreciate your help, but we have to manage this situation independently. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

clearly certainly evidently surely

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "obviously" in English means: In a way that is easy to see or understand., Used to say that something is easily noticed., As you know or can see..

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

Synonyms for "obviously": clearly, certainly, evidently, surely.

Example usage of "obviously": "She was obviously very upset after the game.". More examples on the page.