officially adv 1: in an official role; "officially, he is in charge"; "officially responsible" [ant: {unofficially}] 2: with official authorization; "the club will be formally recognized" [syn: {formally}, {officially}]
Officially \Of*fi"cial*ly\, adv. By the proper officer; by virtue of the proper authority; in pursuance of the special powers vested in an officer or office; as, accounts or reports officially verified or rendered; letters officially communicated; persons officially notified. [1913 Webster]