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viz.

viz.

8.0
Shows a specific example or explanation that follows
  • adverb
  • /ˈvɪz/
  • Archaic
translation icon : a saber
  • There are many fruits high in vitamin C, viz. oranges, kiwis, and strawberries.

So wingman, his primary role is viz com and lastly firepower.

Examples

  • He has several hobbies, viz. painting, hiking, and reading.

  • The committee members were present at the meeting, viz. John, Sarah, and Emily.

  • About two years since I printed the theory in an anagram at the end of my book on the description of helioscopes, viz this.

Synonyms

for example
vsviz.
∞ 1.0

To give an example that helps explain a point

is used more to identify or name specific items rather than illustrate
for instance
vsviz.
666 1.5

To give an example that shows what you mean

is used mainly to state or name particular things not just illustrate
in other words
vsviz.
275 2.7

To say something in a clearer way

is used to name or list specific examples rather than paraphrase
namely
vsviz.
167 3.6

To give one or more examples of something just mentioned

is used also for broader explanations not only for naming items
that is to say
vsviz.
37 3.5

To say something more clearly

is often used to present examples rather than only restating
to wit
vsviz.
  • Archaic
8 8.7

Introduces specific examples or details that follow

is more general and can introduce plain examples or explanations
i.e.
vsviz.
  • Formal
3.6

To explain something just mentioned more clearly, giving the exact meaning

is broader and often used to give examples or further explanation
id est
vsviz.
  • Formal
8.2

To give a more exact explanation

is less formal and used for simple examples or short notes
videlicet
vsviz.
  • Archaic
9.9

To give specific examples or names

is less tied to formal lists and fits everyday clarifications
e.g.
vsviz.
1.1

To give one or more examples of something just mentioned

is used instead to single out exact items or clearer explanations

Surface Forms

viz. positive

Etymology

Viz. comes from the Latin videlicet, from videre 'to see' and licet 'it is allowed'. Think of it as saying 'see this', so viz. introduces a clear example or detail and means 'namely'.