patently (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈpeɪtəntli/

Definition

In a way that is clear and obvious to anyone, without the need for explanation or proof.

Examples

• Her guilt was patently clear from her nervous behavior.

• The company's strategy was patently designed to mislead investors.

• He was patently unaware of the danger he was in.

Synonyms of patently

Words with a similar meaning to patently:

• clearly
• obviously
• evidently
• manifestly

Antonyms of patently

Words with the opposite meaning to patently:

• unclearly
• obscurely

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