arguably — used to say that something is probably true or can be argued
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: used to say that something is probably true or can be argued
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑːrɡjuəbli/
Example Sentences
- Pizza is arguably the most popular food among teenagers.
- My cat is arguably smarter than my brother when it comes to finding food.
- This is arguably the worst weather we've had all year.
arguably
ADVERB[/ˈɑːrɡjuəbli/]
used to say that something is probably true or can be argued
A arguably diverse art interpretation where visitors debate the same painting's meaning
Arguably fair, yet rarely found—pursuing purely honest ground
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From the word 'argue,' which comes from Old French 'arguer' and Latin 'arguere' meaning 'to make clear or assert.' The suffix '-ably' comes from Latin '-abilis' meaning 'capable of,' combined with the adverbial '-ly'.
Breakdown
argue (from Latin arguere, to assert) + -able (capable of being) + -ly (adverb marker) = arguably (in a way that can be argued or asserted)
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📝Examples
“Pizza is arguably the most popular food among teenagers.”
“My cat is arguably smarter than my brother when it comes to finding food.”
“This is arguably the worst weather we've had all year.”
“My morning hair is arguably my greatest work of abstract art.”
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