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/ˈɑːɡjʊəbli/
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To be able to be defended as true or reasonable.
Examples
That movie is arguably the scariest I've seen this year.
She arguably finished the race first.
The painting is arguably the most valuable piece in the gallery.
It is arguably cheaper to repair the old car than buy a new one.
He is arguably the best player on the team this season.
Similar words
conceivably
perhapsmaybe
potentially
in theory
possibly
Meanings
Examples
She arguably finished the race first.
The painting is arguably the most valuable piece in the gallery.
He is arguably the best player on the team this season.
That movie is arguably the scariest I've seen this year.
The decision was arguably unfair to the workers.
It is arguably cheaper to repair the old car than buy a new one.
The novel is arguably a classic of modern literature.
Similar words
perhapsmaybe
possibly
conceivably
potentially
in theory
FAQ
It means something that can be defended as true or reasonable, i.e., a statement that is open to debate.
How is arguably used in a sentence?
You can say, “He is arguably the best player on the team,” to show the claim could be debated.
What part of speech is arguably?
What are some synonyms for arguably?
Synonyms include perhaps, maybe, possibly, conceivably, potentially, and in theory.
Is arguably formal or informal?
It is used in neutral, everyday language, not formal or slang.
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