materially
Americanadverb
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to an important degree; considerably.
Their endorsement didn't help materially.
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with reference to matter or material things and conditions; physically.
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Philosophy. with regard to matter or substance as distinguished from form.
adverb
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to a significant extent; considerably
his death alters the situation materially
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with respect to material objects
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philosophy with respect to substance as distinct from form
Etymology
Origin of materially
Example Sentences
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"Materially switching content isn't something these automakers do lightly. I don't think they're going to move away," said KeyBanc equity analyst Phil Gibbs.
From Reuters • Sep. 5, 2023
Materially rich assemblages by Nancy Grossman and Carolee Schneemann seen here are more interesting to look at and think about than almost anything around them.
From New York Times • Jul. 21, 2022
Materially, psychologically and culturally, part of the nation's heritage is Negro American, and whatever it becomes will be shaped in part by the Negro's presence.
From Salon • Feb. 1, 2022
Materially what we need is a national streamlining of the supply chain to get a national testing program.
From Slate • May 8, 2020
Materially the place seemed to me very little changed.
From John Patrick, Third Marquess of Bute, K.T. A Memoir by Blair, David Hunter
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