Can I use eventually Instead of finally?
When something happens after a lot of delays or problems, you can say that it eventually happens or that it finally happens. You use eventually when you want to emphasize that there were a lot of problems. You use finally when you want to emphasize the amount of time it took. Eventually they got to the hospital.
What does it mean when someone says apparently?
What does apparently mean? Apparently means seemingly so based on the appearance of things. It’s a way of saying “it seems that” something is the case or is true. Apparently is the adverb form of the adjective apparent, which can mean readily seen, clear, obvious, or according to appearances.
Is it rude to say apparently?
Why it doesn’t work: Unless you work in law enforcement, words such as “apparently,” “allegedly” and “evidently” can sound like you are contradicting or questioning someone’s judgment or portrayal of events.
What does apparently not mean?
“Apparently not” means that you originally thought something was right but it’s actually wrong.
When should I use apparently?
You use apparently to indicate that the information you are giving is something that you have heard, but you are not certain that it is true. Oil prices fell this week, apparently because of over-production. You use apparently to refer to something that seems to be true, although you are not sure whether it is or not.
What is apparently and examples?
Apparently is an adverb meaning “evidently” or “obviously.” After his sixth hot dog, you might say to your friend, “Well! Apparently somebody was hungry!” While apparently can mean “plainly” — like, duh — it can also mean “seemingly,” which is almost “evidently” or “obviously,” but not quite.
What’s the difference between obviously and apparently?
As adverbs the difference between obviously and apparently is that obviously is in a obvious manner; clearly apparent while apparently is plainly; clearly; manifestly; evidently.
Does a comma come after apparently?
When an adverb modifies an entire sentence or independent clause that follows it then you should use a comma after it. So when “apparently” modifies the whole sentence or clause that follows it then it should be followed by a comma. Correct: Apparently, he doesn’t have a clue.
How do I know when to use a comma?
Comma Use
- Use commas to separate independent clauses when they are joined by any of these seven coordinating conjunctions: and, but, for, or, nor, so, yet.
- Use commas after introductory a) clauses, b) phrases, or c) words that come before the main clause.
Does usually need a comma?
Example: Usually, it is NOT necessary to use a comma after short introductory prepositional phrases.
Does a comma go after at first?
These words usually introduce a sentence and are called sequence words. When we write sequence words like first, next, then, or last, we put a comma after those words. Sequence words are important when following directions so that we know exactly what to do first, second, third, and so on.