physically
Americanadverb
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relating to the body or its appearance.
He is not physically attractive.
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according to what exists in the physical world as perceived by the senses.
It's not physically possible because of the laws of gravity.
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in a way that involves rough body contact or strenuous physical activity: a physically demanding sport.
a physically abusive spouse;
a physically demanding sport.
Etymology
Origin of physically
First recorded in 1580–90; physical ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The conversation topics are: What is wrong with us physically?
From Los Angeles Times
"I love getting up, I love getting ready, physically going somewhere and feeling like I've got a purpose," said Lily-May, 24.
From BBC
“It became this amazing landing pad for me in terms of giving myself the room to feel stable in who I was: emotionally, spiritually and physically.”
From Los Angeles Times
The jeopardy is real as athletes heading to the Milan-Cortina Games push the limits of what is physically possible in their sports while pushing themselves out of their comfort zones.
From BBC
Krishna accepts he is entering his final playing years, even if physically he still has the same muscular build and low centre of gravity that have made him a robust but agile forward.
From Barron's
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