arguably

adverb

ar·​gu·​ably ˈär-gyü-(ə-)blē How to pronounce arguably (audio)
: as may be argued or shown by argument
an arguably effective strategy
used to say that a statement is very possibly true even if it is not certainly true
He was arguably the greatest writer of his era.

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Add the buttermilk, stir, and shape—which is arguably the most interesting and fun. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024 Both goals the Catalans conceded had plenty of arguably youthful mistakes (see above). Pol Ballús, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024 The former is a coveted corner unit that features what is arguably the resort’s best view of Diamond Head, along with a sleek, marble kitchen island that’s great for entertaining. Christina Liao, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024 The PlayStation 5 will arguably be best remembered for beefy open-world games, serious narrative titles, and multiplayer shooters. Ars Technica, 22 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for arguably 

Word History

First Known Use

1871, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of arguably was in 1871

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“Arguably.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arguably. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

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