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visibly

|vis/i/bly|

B2

/ˈvɪzəbli/

(visible)

able to be seen

Base FormAdverb
visiblevisibly
Etymology
Etymology Information

'visibly' originates from the Latin word 'visibilis', where 'vis-' meant 'to see'.

Historical Evolution

'visibilis' transformed into the Old French word 'visible', and eventually became the modern English word 'visible', from which 'visibly' is derived.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'capable of being seen', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a way that can be seen or noticed.

She was visibly upset after hearing the news.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40