apparently

Used when you believe something from what you have heard or seen, but are not completely sure.

• Apparently, the shop is closed today.
• She has apparently moved to Spain.
• Apparently, nobody told him about the meeting.

Similar words: reportedly

Common phrases: apparently because, apparently true, apparently he, apparently she

In a way that seems true from appearances, although the reality may be different.

• The dog was apparently harmless.
• An apparently simple problem took hours to solve.
• His apparently calm manner hid his fear.

Similar words: seemingly, outwardly

Common phrases: apparently harmless, apparently healthy, apparently simple