ASSUMABLY Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

assumably

adverb

Definition of assumably

as in probably

by reasonable assumption assumably, the package deal for the cruise includes air fare

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So the theoretical maximum is 256 ESSMs rather than 64 missiles, although a practical loadout would probably mix missile types.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
The overall answer probably won't surprise you, but the nitty-gritty details might.

— Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of probably

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Unlike other blockbuster drugs, multiple companies introduced versions, which is both creating competition now and will likely lead to much lower prices in the 2030s when generics become available.

— Ben Smith, semafor.com, 29 Oct. 2026
And without colder weather, where the temperatures drop and stay below zero, the result will likely be a smaller snowpack.

— Ava Berger, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of likely

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Citigroup economists, for instance, think easing inflation data in the months ahead will give the Fed reason to stay on hold and perhaps begin cutting next year, though the firm is forecasting a hike this December.

— Jeff Cox, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026
And yet, the ESPN broadcast booth drama underscores what has been perhaps the most tumultuous and uncertain year ever for NFL broadcasters.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of perhaps

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The initial injury presumably came during the Timberwolves’ win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, as he was seen grabbing at that right knee.

— Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026
The California Sound are presumably the Beach Boys touring band minus Love, but that is not confirmed.

— Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2026

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