Definition of "namely" in Englisch

adverb

1. Specifically; that is to say.

   • Some of the students — namely Paul, Alice and Jake — seem to have trouble with geometry.
   • There are three ways to do it, namely the right way, the wrong way and the Army way.

2. (now rare) Especially, above all.

adjective

1. Notable, distinguished; famous, renowned; well-known.