Definitions
- Used to indicate that something is believed to be true, but there is doubt or uncertainty surrounding it. - Referring to a claim or statement that is not necessarily confirmed or verified. - Talking about an assumption or expectation that may or may not be accurate.
- Used to indicate that something seems to be true based on available evidence or information. - Referring to a situation or event that is observed or reported, but not necessarily confirmed. - Talking about a conclusion or inference that can be drawn from the available facts or circumstances.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are used to express uncertainty or doubt.
- 2Both words suggest that the information being conveyed may not be completely accurate or confirmed.
- 3Both words can be used to indicate that something is based on available evidence or information.
What is the difference?
- 1Source of information: Supposedly implies that the information comes from a source that may not be reliable or trustworthy, while apparently suggests that the information is based on observation or available evidence.
- 2Degree of certainty: Supposedly suggests a higher degree of doubt or uncertainty than apparently, which implies a greater level of confidence or probability.
- 3Connotation: Supposedly can have a negative connotation, implying deception or falsehood, while apparently is more neutral and objective.
- 4Usage: Supposedly is often used to express skepticism or disbelief, while apparently is used to convey information or draw conclusions based on available evidence.
Remember this!
Supposedly and apparently are both used to express uncertainty or doubt, but they differ in their source of information, degree of certainty, connotation, usage, and part of speech. Supposedly implies that the information may not be reliable or trustworthy, while apparently suggests that the information is based on observation or available evidence. Supposedly also carries a negative connotation and is often used to express skepticism, while apparently is more neutral and objective, used to convey information or draw conclusions based on available evidence.
