adverb

apparentemente

apparently

Definition & meaning

Apparently; seemingly. Used when something appears to be true based on available evidence, though it may not be certain.

  • Apparentemente, tutto va bene. — Apparently, everything is fine.
  • È un problema apparentemente semplice. — It is a seemingly simple problem.

Grammar & Word origin

An adverb, formed from the adjective apparente (“apparent” or “seeming”) and the adverb-forming suffix -mente. It is invariable.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • Synonyms: sembra (“it seems”) expresses a similar idea as a verb; in apparenza means “outwardly” or “to all appearances,” often implying a contrast with reality.
  • Antonyms: realmente and effettivamente mean “actually” or “in fact,” emphasizing reality rather than appearance.

Common phrases & collocations

  • apparentemente semplice — seemingly simple
  • apparentemente innocuo — apparently harmless
  • solo apparentemente — only seemingly; merely on the surface

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Examples

Apparentemente la stanza è vuota.adverb

Apparently the room is empty.

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