Evidently Definition

evidently
adverb
  1. unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly'); "the answer is obviously wrong"; "she was in bed and evidently in great pain"; "he was manifestly too important to leave off the guest list"; "it is all patently nonsense"; "she has apparently been living here for some time"; "I thought he owned the property, but apparently not"; "You are plainly wrong"; "he is plain stubborn"

"Evidently" in song lyrics

See how evidently is used in real songs:

  • "3rd to the cut, boy, evidently"
    C.I.A. (Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, Kid Dee, Sir Jinx) — Ill-Legal
  • "Can I speak to you quotations mentally underscore evidently"
    Deepspace 5 — Stick This in Your Ear
  • "for haters that resent me, they jealous evidently"
    Mack 10 — From the Streets

Usage tips for "evidently"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "evidently" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for evidently to find words that pair well.

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