arguably
gb/ˈɑɹɡjuəbli/ us/ˈɑɹɡjuəbli/
C1
Inglês
~ 7300
Aceções
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adverb
C1
property
1
it can reasonably be said
Used before a statement to say that good reasons can be given for it, but some people may not agree.
Padrão de uso:
arguably, [clause] / [be] arguably [adjective/noun phrase]
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes use "arguably" when they want to show very strong personal opinion, similar to "definitely". However, "arguably" actually softens the statement and shows that it can be discussed or disagreed with. Another common mistake is putting it in the wrong place in the sentence; the most natural positions are at the beginning ("Arguably, ...") or before the main adjective or noun phrase ("arguably the best", "is arguably the best").
Sinónimos
perhaps (More general and less focused on giving reasons; can sound less strong than "arguably".)
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possibly (Emphasizes chance rather than the idea that reasons can be given.)
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debatably (Very close in meaning, but slightly more formal and often used for clearly controversial points.)
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it could be said (Longer phrase; often sounds more careful or polite than "arguably".)
Antónimos
undoubtedly (States that something is certain and not open to argument, the opposite of a claim that invites debate.)
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certainly (Expresses strong confidence and lack of doubt, rather than something open to argument.)
Colocações
arguably the best
|arguably the most
|arguably one of
|could arguably be
|is arguably
|was arguably
Temas
communication
|opinions
|core_vocabulary
Exemplos
- She is arguably the most influential writer of her generation.
- This was arguably the turning point of the entire campaign.
- The new law is arguably too strict for first-time offenders.
- He is arguably more experienced than anyone else on the team.
- That decision was arguably a mistake, given what we know now.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- He is arguably the best player on the team.
- This is arguably the most important question in the test.
- The movie is arguably too long for young children.
- It is arguably a bad idea to drive in this storm.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
arguably
IPA
GB/ˈɑɹɡjuəbli/
US/ˈɑɹɡjuəbli/
Sílabas e acento
ar - gu - ably (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (ar)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: arguably
- Plural: arguablies
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