distinctly

adverb

Definition of distinctlynext
as in clearly

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for distinctly
  1. clearly
  2. obviously
  3. evidently
Adverb
  • With an eye to future conflicts on an atomic battlefield, the Cold War-era US Defense Department clearly drew at least some inspiration from Starship Troopers.
    Jared Keller, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
  • The film clearly parodies Hollywood stereotypes and the movie-making process, blending humor with absurd situations.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of clearly
Adverb
  • The Echo Show obviously solves the first problem by including the very capable Alexa smart assistant.
    Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Given that goal, the Agency argues that no new fossil fuel developments are necessary, something that is obviously a hard sell.
    Michael Lynch, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of obviously
Adverb
  • These contests evidently provide some thrill that people are finding irresistible at this specific moment in time.
    Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 21 Nov. 2024
  • The boss allegedly flexed his muscle, making his displeasure known, and the board evidently reconsidered.
    Dan Alexander, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of evidently
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Thesaurus Entries Near distinctly

distinctiveness

distinctly

distinctness

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