namely

American  

[neym-lee] / ˈneɪm li /

adverb

1. that is to say; explicitly; specifically; to wit.

   an item of legislation, namely, the housing bill.

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namely British  

/ ˈneɪmlɪ /

adverb

1. that is to say

   it was another colour, namely green

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Etymology

Origin of namely

First recorded in 1125–75; Middle English namely, earlier nameliche; name, -ly

Example Sentences

Nevertheless, Good Friday will still see the release of a key federal economic report — namely, the Labor Department plans to share its March employment report.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

On one end of the recipe spectrum, you have chia seed water — straightforward yet packed with nutritional benefits and textures, namely from the soaked seeds that form a jelly-like consistency.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

The company said it has recently taken some market share in certain categories, namely longer-lasting, larger household items, partly because of stores’ “value and convenience.”

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Theatre Obscura may face challenges, namely persuading potential guests that “The Pit and the Pendulum” is more than simply a live reading with audio effects.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Born to a typical dwarf cavern-dwelling family, Mulch had decided early that mining was not for him, and resolved to put his talents to another use, namely digging and entering, generally entering Mud People’s property.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer

Related Words

• especially
• i.e.
• particularly
• specially
• specifically