Definition

In a way that can be assumed or taken for granted; likely or probably true.

Example

Assumably, the meeting will start at 10 AM, but we should confirm with the organizer.

Conversation

Do you think they will assumably finish the project on time?

I hope so, but they seem a bit behind schedule.

Yeah, it feels like they’re dragging their feet, assumably due to the unexpected issues.

Exactly! I guess we’ll just have to wait and see what happens.

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Root Explanation

Assumably is formed from "assume" (from Latin "assumere", meaning to take up or receive) and the suffix "-ably" (meaning in a manner that can be). The word means in a manner that can be taken up or accepted as true without proof.

Memory Tip

Think of 'taking up' ('assumere') something as true, and the '-ably' means it can be done in that way. This helps you remember that 'assumably' refers to something that can be accepted as true.

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