demonstrably

C2 Topic:Describing Qualities

US /diˈmɑnstrəbli/ UK /dɪˈmɒnstrəbliː/ See IPA manual

Freq #92288

Meanings

1

adv
in an obvious and provable manner

Their documentary sources are demonstrably wrong.
2

adv
In such a manner that is capable of being demonstrated, shown, or proved (without doubt).

The country has become demonstrably less safe under his leadership.

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Synonyms

1 adv · in an obvious and provable... incontrovertiblyprovably

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Phrases (1)

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demonstrably wrong
incorrect in a way that evidence can clearly prove

Adverb + adjective

Etymology

From demonstrable + -ly. First attested in the early 17th century.

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Describing Qualities Word Formation & Derivatives

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