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obviously

UK/'ɔbviәsli/US
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Definitions

adv.

In a way that is easily seen or understood; clearly, evidently

明显地,显然地

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
obviousto block, hinder, meet
+
-lyin the manner of
=obviously

obvious + -ly (adverb) = 'in an obvious manner.' Often used as a sentence adverb to signal that what follows is plainly true or to soften/emphasize a point: 'Obviously, I'd love to come.'

Common Collocations

  • 1.obviously important显然重要
  • 2.obviously true显而易见
  • 3.obviously not当然不是

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Obviously, we'll need more time to finish the project.

  • 2.

    She was obviously upset, though she said nothing.

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