Officially

/əˈfɪʃ.əl.i/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a formal or authorized manner.

The new policy was officially announced at the press conference.

By virtue of having been authorized or recognized.

The city officially recognized the event as part of its cultural heritage.

In accordance with established procedures or protocols.

He was officially appointed as the manager after several interviews.

In a way that is appropriate for an authorized representative or office.

The documents were officially signed by the governor.

From Middle French 'officiellement', from 'officiel' (official) + '-ment' (adverbial suffix).

officially announced:

Publicly declared through formal channels.

officially registered:

Recorded and recognized by the appropriate authorities.

officially recognized:

Formally acknowledged or accepted by an authority.

In a serious manner.

We had to officially settle things between us.

To make something known publicly.

He's officially cutting ties with the group.