Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

officially

Adverb
/əˈfɪʃ.əl.i/
Definition
In a formal or authorized manner.
Examples
  • The event was officially announced by the mayor.
  • He is officially recognized as a leading expert in his field.
  • The organization officially opened its new headquarters last week.
Meaning
The term ‘officially’ refers to something that is done or recognized by an authority or in a formal capacity.
Synonyms
  • Formally
  • Authoritatively
  • Publicly
  • Legally