Definitions
- Describing a situation where something is believed or taken for granted without concrete evidence. - Referring to an assumption or belief made based on limited information or prior knowledge. - Talking about a presumption that is made without complete certainty or proof.
- Referring to something that is likely to be true or happen based on logical reasoning or common sense. - Describing a situation where there is a high probability or expectation of something occurring. - Talking about an assumption or inference made with reasonable certainty.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words express an assumption or belief about something.
- 2Both words indicate a lack of concrete evidence or complete certainty.
- 3Both words are used to make inferences or draw conclusions based on limited information.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Assumedly is less common and more informal compared to presumably, which is widely used in both formal and informal contexts.
- 2Certainty: Presumably implies a higher level of certainty or probability compared to assumedly, which suggests a lower level of confidence.
- 3Connotation: Assumedly can sometimes carry a negative connotation, suggesting that the assumption may not be accurate or well-founded. Presumably is generally neutral and does not imply any negative connotations.
- 4Reasoning: Assumedly is often based on personal beliefs or assumptions, while presumably is based on logical reasoning or common sense.
- 5Frequency: Presumably is more commonly used than assumedly in everyday language.
Remember this!
Assumedly and presumably are synonyms that both express assumptions or beliefs about something. However, there are some differences between the two words. Assumedly is less common and more informal, suggesting a lower level of confidence and sometimes carrying a negative connotation. On the other hand, presumably is widely used in both formal and informal contexts, implying a higher level of certainty or probability based on logical reasoning or common sense.
