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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“Over the last two years, Meta has decisively proven that it can effectively deploy AI to materially improve its customer experience,” Mahaney said.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 25, 2026
According to Clecat, "whether higher logistics costs translate materially into consumer prices depends on the duration of the disruption, the commodity and companies' ability to absorb or pass on costs".
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
The French insurer has materially re-rated year to date, UBS says as it cuts its rating on the stock to sell from neutral.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
“I don’t expect my marginal tax rate to be materially different in the future.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
Before all was said and done, she would, in fact, become the woman in Germany who more than any other would materially shape the destiny of the Nazi movement.
From "The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics" by Daniel James Brown
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