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Synonyms of patently

12 similar words

Another word for patently is specifically. Other synonyms of patently are explicitly, expressly, unequivocally, demonstrably and unambiguously.

Synonyms and similar words for patently

adverbIn a clear and unambiguous manner.

  • explicitlyIn an explicit manner.
  • expresslyIn an express or explicit manner; in a clear or specific manner.
  • unambiguouslyIn a manner that is not ambiguous; leaving no doubt; clearly.
  • demonstrablyIn such a manner that is capable of being demonstrated, shown, or proved (without doubt).
  • clearly
  • directly
  • expressis verbisExpressly; explicitly.
  • plainly
  • specificallyIn a specific manner, applying to or naming a particular thing or things, expressly, explicitly.
  • unequivocallyIn a way that leaves no doubt; in an unequivocal or unambiguous manner, unquestionably.
  • univocallyIn a univocal manner.
  • downrightly datedClearly; plainly; directly; downright.

Meaning of patently

  1. adverb In a clear and unambiguous manner.
  2. adverb Outspread, or spreading at right angles to the axis.

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Questions about synonyms of patently

What is another word for patently?
Patently has 12 synonyms on Word.ws, such as specifically, explicitly, expressly, unequivocally, demonstrably, unambiguously, clearly and directly.
What does patently mean?
Patently means in a clear and unambiguous manner.

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