Apparantly vs. Apparently — What's the Difference?
Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Published on September 9, 2023
"Apparantly" is an incorrect spelling. The correct spelling is "apparently," meaning "it seems that" or "evidently."
Difference Between Apparantly and Apparently
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Which is correct: Apparantly or Apparently
How to spell Apparently?
Apparantly
Incorrect Spelling
Apparently
Correct Spelling
Key Differences
Recall that "apparent" is the base word, and we just add “-ly”.
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Remember it's spelled like "parent" with an "app-" prefix and “-ly” suffix.
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Think of the phrase "apparently so," which is commonly used, to remember the spelling.
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Note the pronunciation: /əˈpær.ənt.li/ matches with "apparently" not "apparantly".
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Associate it with "transparent" which also has the “-parent” in it.
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Compare with Definitions
Apparantly
Apparantly is an incorrect spelling of apparently
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Apparently
It can signify that something is clear or visible.
The solution to the problem was apparently simple.
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Apparently
It may denote a deduction or conclusion based on visible clues or evidence.
The sky is dark, so it's apparently going to rain.
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Apparently
Apparently suggests that something seems to be true based on the evidence available.
He apparently left the meeting early.
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Apparently
It is used to describe something that is seemingly but not necessarily true.
She is apparently the best candidate for the job.
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Apparently
Sometimes, it is used to convey a concession or contrast to what was previously stated.
She was angry, but she apparently forgave him quickly.
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Apparently
Readily seen; visible
The animal's markings were immediately apparent.
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Apparently
Readily understood; clear or obvious
The error was apparent to everyone in the audience.
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Apparently
Appearing as such but not necessarily so; seeming
An apparent advantage.
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Apparently
Plainly; clearly; manifestly; evidently.
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Apparently
Seemingly; in appearance.
A man may be apparently friendly, yet malicious in heart.
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Apparently
According to what the speaker has read or heard.
Apparently you are quite a good dancer.
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Apparently
Visibly.
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Apparently
Plainly; clearly; manifestly; evidently.
If he should scorn me so apparently.
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Apparently
Seemingly; in appearance; as, a man may be apparently friendly, yet malicious in heart.
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Apparently
From appearances alone;
Irrigation often produces bumper crops from apparently desert land
The child is seemingly healthy but the doctor is concerned
Had been ostensibly frank as to his purpose while really concealing it
On the face of it the problem seems minor
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Apparently
Unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly');
The answer is obviously wrong
She was in bed and evidently in great pain
He was manifestly too important to leave off the guest list
It is all patently nonsense
She has apparently been living here for some time
I thought he owned the property, but apparently not
You are plainly wrong
He is plain stubborn
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Common Curiosities
Which vowel is used before apparently?
The vowel "a" is used before apparently (in "app-").
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What is the root word of apparently?
The root word is "apparent."
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Why is it called apparently?
It is derived from the word "apparent," meaning clearly visible or understood, with the suffix "-ly" indicating the manner of being apparent.
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Which conjunction is used with apparently?
No specific conjunction is habitually used with "apparently."
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What is the pronunciation of apparently?
/əˈpær.ənt.li/
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Is apparently an adverb?
Yes.
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What is the plural form of apparently?
N/A as "apparently" is an adverb, not a noun.
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What is the verb form of apparently?
The verb form of the base word is "appear."
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Which article is used with apparently?
No specific article is commonly used with "apparently" since it's an adverb.
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Which preposition is used with apparently?
Various prepositions can be used depending on the sentence, like "to," "from," or "by."
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Is apparently a countable noun?
No, it's an adverb.
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Is apparently a noun or adjective?
Neither, "apparently" is an adverb.
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What is the opposite of apparently?
Unlikely.
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Which determiner is used with apparently?
Since "apparently" is an adverb, it typically doesn't precede determiners.
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What is the first form of apparently?
N/A as "apparently" is an adverb, and verbs have forms.
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What is the singular form of apparently?
N/A as "apparently" is an adverb, not a noun.
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Is apparently a vowel or consonant?
"Apparently" is a word composed of both vowels and consonants.
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What is another term for apparently?
Seemingly.
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What is the second form of apparently?
N/A, as "apparently" is an adverb.
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Is apparently an abstract noun?
No.
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How many syllables are in apparently?
Four syllables.
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Is apparently a collective noun?
No.
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Is the apparently term a metaphor?
No.
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Is the word apparently imperative?
No.
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How do we divide apparently into syllables?
ap-par-ent-ly.
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What is a stressed syllable in apparently?
The second syllable, "pa."
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What part of speech is apparently?
Adverb.
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How is apparently used in a sentence?
"He apparently misunderstood the instructions given to him."
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Is apparently a negative or positive word?
Neutral.
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What is the third form of apparently?
N/A, as "apparently" is an adverb.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
