physically
//ˈfɪz.ɪ.kli//
Forms
- Comparative
- more physically
- Superlative
- most physically
Definitions
1.In a physical manner.
- Oh, yeah? Well, that's not physically possible for me to do! So there!
- “And whatʼs more,” the voice went on triumphantly, “the patient is both physically and neurally whole.”
- In good times and bad, in sickness and health, the benefits of friendships between women are physically and psychologically undeniable.
2.According to the laws of physics.
3.Using physical force.
4.Directly, rather than automatically or similar.(informal)
- After the software updated, I had to go in and physically change all the settings back to the way I wanted them.
Frequency
Overall
Uncommon· #3345
By learning goal
- Everyday conversation
- Rare
- General reading & writing
- Uncommon
- Academic
- Rare
- Literature
- Rare
Related words
Word family
Etymology
From physic + -ally or physical + -ly.