AFAICS

What Does AFAICS Mean in a Text?

The Quick Answer

AFAICS means "As Far As I Can See."

More Observations...

AFAICS is typically used at the start of a statement to make it clear the statement is a personal opinion or a personal take on the situation. AFAICS can also be used like a caveat meaning "I am not 100% certain, but I think "

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When I write AFAICS, I mean this:

AFAICS is a caveat meaning "As far as I can see..."

Summary of Key Points

"As Far As I Can See" is, by far, the most common meaning for AFAICS when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)

AFAICS
Definition:	As Far As I Can See
Type:	Abbreviation
Guessability:	3: Guessable
Typical Users:	Adults and Teenagers

Examples of AFAICS in Sentences

Here is an example of AFAICS in a conversation:

• Charlie: Are you sure that no one else has put a bid on that car yet?
• Jordan: AFAICS they have not.
(Here, the caveat AFAICS indicates a lack of certainty associated with the statement.)

An Academic Look at AFAICS

AFAICS is used like an adverb of concession, which is similar in meaning to "although this is just my opinion." When used at the start of a sentence, an adverb of concession (or any adverbial phrase) is often followed by a comma to separate it from the main clause. However, in text speak or in online chat forums, this comma is usually omitted for brevity.

What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?

Before the digital era, we might have said something like "I am of the opinion that" instead of AFAICS.

Example of AFAICS Used in a Text

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