officially
Translation
officially, formally
Examples
The new park was officially opened today.
The new park was officially opened today.
They are not officially a couple yet.
They are not officially a couple yet.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) officially to do (sth.) in a formal or public way The event was officially cancelled.
Similar Words
Synonyms: formally, publicly; Antonyms: unofficially, informally
Etymology
From 'official' + the adverb suffix '-ly'. It means 'in an official manner'.
Memory Tips
It describes an action done in an 'official' way.