Meaning & use
obviously
Clearly and unmistakably, in a way that is easy to notice or understand.
See it in a sentence
She was obviously exhausted after working two back-to-back shifts without any real break.
Obviously, the team needs more practice before the championship game next weekend.
A note on using this word
Obviously can sound blunt or slightly condescending when used to state something the listener may not have already noticed.
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