presumably
UK: prɪˈzjuːməbli | US: prɪˈzuːməbli
adv. by reasonable assumption; very likely
adv. used to convey that something is assumed to be true without full confirmation
presumably = presume<assume> + ably<adverb suffix>
- presume<assume>: From Latin praesumere (prae- "before" + sumere "take"), meaning "to take beforehand" or "to assume."
- ably<adverb suffix>: From Latin -abilis (capable of), forming adverbs indicating manner or possibility.
Etymology Origin:
The word "presumably" combines "presume" (to assume based on probability) with the adverbial suffix "-ably," which turns verbs into adverbs of manner. The root traces back to Latin praesumere, reflecting the idea of "taking something for granted in advance." Over time, it evolved into a term for logical assumption, often used when evidence is indirect but plausible.
Presumably, the meeting will be postponed due to the storm.
He hasn’t arrived yet, so presumably, his flight was delayed.
The document was signed, presumably by the CEO.
Presumably, the project will require additional funding.
She left early, presumably to avoid the traffic.