Hi folks,
I've just asked ChatGPT about the difference between 'seemingly' and 'apparently.' I'm going to paste its answer here. Could you read it and give me your opinion, please?
While "seemingly" and "apparently" are often used interchangeably in casual conversation, there are slight differences in their meanings.
"Seemingly" generally refers to something that appears to be true or real based on the available evidence or information, but it may not necessarily be the case. For example, "Seemingly, John was happy with his new job" implies that John appeared to be happy based on the available evidence, but it is possible that he was not actually happy.
"Apparently," on the other hand, typically suggests that something is true or real based on what is known or observed, and it is often used to indicate that the speaker is relying on information they have heard or been told. For example, "Apparently, the concert was cancelled" implies that the speaker has heard or received information that the concert was cancelled.
So, while these two words are similar in some ways and can be used in similar contexts, there are slight differences in their meanings that can affect their usage.
In my opinion, the explanation is very good. What I don't know is whether it is correct or not.
Thanks a lot!!