What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
assumedly
Example
Assumedly, she will be attending the party tonight. [assumedly: adverb]
Example
He left the office early, assumedly to catch his flight. [assumedly: adverb]
presumably
Example
She is presumably the new manager since she has been attending all the meetings. [presumably: adverb]
Example
The train is delayed, presumably due to bad weather. [presumably: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Presumably is more commonly used than assumedly in everyday language. It is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts to express assumptions or inferences.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between assumedly and presumably?
While presumably can be used in both formal and informal contexts, assumedly is more informal and less commonly used in formal settings.
