admittedly
UK: ədˈmɪtɪdli | US: ədˈmɪtɪdli
adv. used to concede a point, often reluctantly or as an acknowledgment of truth
The word "admittedly" stems from the verb "admit," which originates from Latin admittere (ad- "to" + mittere "send"). Over time, "admit" evolved to mean "allow entry" or "acknowledge truth." The suffix -ed forms the past participle, and -ly converts it into an adverb, creating a term used to introduce a conceded fact. The progression reflects a shift from physical permission ("allow in") to abstract acknowledgment ("confess as true").
Admittedly, the plan has some flaws, but it’s our best option.
She was, admittedly, nervous about the presentation.
Admittedly, I should have double-checked the details.
The task is, admittedly, more challenging than expected.
Admittedly, his criticism was harsh but fair.