Patently and Uncertain

Patently

Patently adverb - Unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly').

Uncertain is an antonym for patently in topics: obviously, without any doubt.

Nearby Word: patent

Uncertain

Uncertain adjective - Likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly.

Patently is an antonym for uncertain.

Nearby Words: uncertainty, uncertainly

Both words in one sentence

  • Hand Behind Head When nervous, embarrassed, or uncertain — or lying — a character will sometimes rub the back of his head/neck with one hand, often with a patently fake grin or laugh accompanying the gesture.
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