Officially vs Officialy
Learn the correct spelling of "officially."
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officialy
Incorrect spelling - ""Officialy"" misses one l.
"officialy" is a common misspelling of "officially". Always use "officially" when referring to the correct word.
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officially
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Officially" means in a formal or authorized way.
Definition of officially
"officially": "Officially" means in a formal or authorized way.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for officially
- • formally
- • authoritatively
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The rule was officially announced.
"Correct:" She officially joined.
"Incorrect:" It was officialy announced.
Notes:
- • Ends with -ally
- • Double l required
- • From official
- • Very common error
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Officially.
Q: Is officialy correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: In a formal way.
Q: Error type?
A: Missing letter.
Summary
"Officially" is correct; "officialy" is a common misspelling.