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The club officially opened on Monday.
What does Officially mean?
Officially means formally or with approval.
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In a formal or approved way, often by a person or group with authority.
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The teacher officially announced the winners after checking the scores.
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The notice explained that the rule would officially begin at the start of the next term.
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WordOfficially.
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MeaningOfficially means formally or with approval.
ExampleExample: The club officially opened on Monday.
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- uh · fish · uh · lee
- Strongest beat
- fish
- Ending
- lee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on fish.
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unofficiallyUse for something not formally approved.
privatelyUse for something not shared publicly.
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