Avowedly

/əˈvaʊ.ɪd.li/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that is openly declared or admitted; by one's own avowed statement.

Etymology

From 'avowed' (past participle of avow) plus '-ly' (manner), creating an adverb that emphasizes something is done without hiding or pretending.

Kelly Says

This word is perfect for pointing out hypocrisy—'He is avowedly opposed to corruption, yet...' It signals that someone explicitly claimed something, making their contradictory actions more dramatic and blameworthy.

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