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Evidently so
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
"evidently so" is correct and usable in written English
You can use it when you want to agree with something that has just been stated. For example: "John has been feeling unwell for weeks." "Evidently so - I saw him in the doctor's office yesterday."
✓ Grammatically correct
News & Media
Academia
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39 human-written examples
Evidently so.
News & Media
Evidently, so does the hotel owner in Georgia.
News & Media
Do they still need you, do they still feed you, when you're 64? Evidently so.
News & Media
The cinema people were evidently so well satisfied with this picture they seldom use anything else.
News & Media
Two had lawyers evidently so inept as to embarrass the whole profession.
News & Media
Evidently so, although I should admit that I don't much care for Fiddler on the Roof and never have.
News & Media
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
21 human-written examples
Another complainant asked why I had put "war crimes" in quotation marks when they are self-evidently so.
News & Media
One of the great ironies of the "citizens of nowhere" moment in Theresa May's conference speech is that, self-evidently, so many members of this country are already citizens of nowhere, economically and socially.
News & Media
"Then, a huge group of men in white shirts, who seem to be affiliated to the New York police department, but who are not self-evidently so – bigger and fitter than the rank-and-file blue-shirted officers – came in droves.
News & Media
We haven't even mentioned the interior of this car, in part because we have already written about it (see "A MINI Revolution") and in part because we think it's very clever, and self-evidently so.
News & Media
The interpretation that tobacco is thus exonerated is not just wrong, but flagrantly and self-evidently so.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
✓ Best practice
Use "evidently so" to succinctly express agreement with a previous statement, especially when the agreement is based on apparent evidence or observation. It adds a touch of formality to your writing.
⚠ Common error
Avoid using "evidently so" in highly informal conversations or settings. Its slightly formal tone can sound stilted or unnatural in casual exchanges.
Linguistic Context
The phrase "evidently so" functions as an adverbial phrase, modifying a clause or sentence to express agreement or confirmation based on apparent evidence. It often acts as a concise way to acknowledge a previous statement. Ludwig AI indicates this usage is grammatically correct.
Expression frequency: Uncommon
✓ Frequent in
News & Media
68%
Academia
20%
Science
12%
⚠ Less common in
Encyclopedias
0%
Formal & Business
0%
Wiki
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "evidently so" is a grammatically correct adverbial phrase used to express agreement based on apparent evidence. Ludwig's AI confirms its correctness and usability in written English. While not as common as simpler expressions of agreement, it is suitable for neutral to formal contexts, particularly in news, media, and academic writing. Alternatives include "apparently so", "clearly so", and "obviously so". When using this phrase, consider the level of formality appropriate for your audience and context.
Alternative expressions
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
apparently so
Replaces "evidently" with "apparently", suggesting the confirmation is based on appearance rather than concrete evidence.
clearly so
Substitutes "evidently" with "clearly", implying the agreement is based on obviousness or lack of doubt.
plainly so
Uses "plainly" instead of "evidently", indicating the agreement stems from something easily understood.
obviously so
Replaces "evidently" with "obviously", emphasizing the self-evidence of the confirmed statement.
undoubtedly so
Emphasizes the certainty of the agreement by using "undoubtedly" instead of "evidently".
seemingly so
Indicates agreement based on how things appear, using "seemingly" in place of "evidently".
More alternative expressions(6)
FAQs
How can I use "evidently so" in a sentence?
Use "evidently so" to express agreement or confirmation based on evidence or observation. For instance, "The project is behind schedule." "Evidently so, the team is working overtime."
What does "evidently so" mean?
"Evidently so" means "it is evident that it is so" or "it is apparent that it is the case". It's used to indicate agreement or acknowledgement based on available evidence.
What are some alternatives to "evidently so"?
You can use alternatives like "apparently so", "clearly so", or "obviously so" depending on the context and the degree of certainty you want to convey.
Is "evidently so" formal or informal?
"Evidently so" leans towards a more formal register. While usable in various contexts, it fits best in situations where a degree of formality is appropriate. In extremely casual settings, simpler expressions might be preferred.
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