technically

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. Based on precise facts, which, however, may be contrary to common belief or casual terminology.
  2. Based on formal (de jure) arguments, which, however, may be misleading.
  3. In terms of technique.
  4. In a technical (involving specialized knowledge) way.
  5. According to the current state of technology.

Pronunciation

/ˈtɛk.nɪˌkəl.i/ /ˈtɛk.nɪˌkli/ /ˈtɛk.nəˌkli/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-technically.wav

Word forms

technically more technically most technically

Etymology

From technical + -ly.

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