presumably

[ pri-zoo-muh-blee ]

adverb

1. by assuming reasonably; probably:

   Since he is a consistent winner, he is presumably a superior player.

   Synonyms: apparently, likely, doubtless

presumably

/ prɪˈzjuːməblɪ /

adverb

1. sentence modifier one presumes or supposes that

   presumably he won't see you, if you're leaving tomorrow

Word History and Origins

Origin of presumably¹

First recorded in 1640–50; presumable + -ly

Example Sentences

“He escaped the jaws of death only to die, presumably, by himself on the sidewalk — one of the six people who die every day in the city of Los Angeles unhoused. He had a desire to live.”

From Los Angeles Times

That number is likely over-inflated, she said, as presumably most people tested for the disease were those who went to hospitals or clinics to seek treatment; people who had mild symptoms, or were asymptomatic, were likely not tested.

From Los Angeles Times

Presumably Diogo Dalot and Noussair Mazraoui will fill the wing back slots, with Ugarte, Casemiro and Christian Eriksen the midfield berths, at least until Kobbie Mainoo is available again.

From BBC

Presumably if Van Nistelrooy were entirely confident about the flexibility of players he has been working with since the start of the season, a straightforward ‘yes’ would have come into his head.

From BBC

With Barrett off and Farrell having presumably given his players a rocket at half-time, Ireland were a different team when they emerged for the second half.

From BBC

Related Words

• apparently
• doubtless
• probably
• seemingly
• supposedly
• surely