academically

American  

[ak-uh-dem-ik-lee] / ˌæk əˈdɛm ɪk li /

adverb

1. in a way that relates to studies at a college, academy, school, or other educational institution.

   Our caring teaching staff are committed to helping each child develop as a whole person—academically, physically, socially, and emotionally.

2. in a way that pertains to areas of study that are not primarily applied, such as the humanities or pure mathematics, or to instruction that is theoretical rather than hands-on.

   It’s possible to be academically prepared while also having a good concentration in career and technical education.

   I have studied art both academically in college and through a subsequent apprenticeship with an artist.

3. in a way that is purely theoretical or hypothetical rather than practical, realistic, or directly useful.

   While many theologians write academically and very dryly, this author sets before us a rich feast for both heart and mind.

4. in a way that conforms to set rules, standards, or traditions; conventionally.

   Today it is almost a crime to paint academically or realistically, so few art study programs contribute much to the solid foundation required to be a professional artist.

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Other Word Forms

• interacademically adverb
• nonacademically adverb
• pseudoacademically adverb
• quasi-academically adverb
• semiacademically adverb
• subacademically adverb
• unacademically adverb

Etymology

Origin of academically

First recorded in 1600–10; either academical ( def. ) + -ly ( def. ) or academic ( def. ) + -ally ( def. )

Example Sentences

He began a bachelor’s program, thinking it might help, but struggled academically and left early with $60,000 in student debt.

From The Wall Street Journal

Given the same kind of honest and open assessment of their prospects that youngsters get academically would give parents and players the information to decide whether to stay in the academy set-up or leave.

From BBC

He said: "Harrison Carter and George Stephenson were generous, warm-hearted and academically capable boys who enriched the lives of those around them."

From BBC

“My family motivated me to be academically focused and I found a balance to do both,” he said of his return to soccer.

From Los Angeles Times

Rodriguez believes Honey’s enrollment could open the door for more students to petition for special admit status if they are academically ready.

From Los Angeles Times