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logically

American  
[loj-ik-lee] / ˈlɒdʒ ɪk li /

adverb

  1. in a way that accords with the principles of reasoned argument.

    Here you will be taught how to logically solve problems and analyze gathered information like a true detective.

  2. according to reasonable expectation.

    Corporations quite logically tend not to prioritize these environmental issues when considering how best to increase profits.


Other Word Forms

  • hyperlogically adverb
  • nonlogically adverb
  • overlogically adverb
  • prelogically adverb
  • quasi-logically adverb
  • superlogically adverb
  • unlogically adverb

Etymology

Origin of logically

logical ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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"It's still a long way to go. But logically, you can see: now it makes it possible. The missing component has been made."

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

Ms. Worsley, a prolific author, TV presenter and the former joint chief curator at Historic Royal Palaces in the U.K., does, logically, emphasize the aspects of the Revolution that were particularly British.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

The only conclusion we can logically draw is that with the Pakistani presence, China is obviously interested in peace in Iran.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

If a court declares the statute unconstitutional, “what follows from that logically is that the past conviction was infirm.”

From Slate • Jan. 8, 2026

She didn’t understand that thought, couldn’t even think logically anymore.

From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older