psychologically

[sahy-kuh-loj-ik-lee]

adverb

1. in a way that pertains to the mind or mental phenomena, especially to awareness, feeling, or motivation.

   Poor-quality sleep is less restorative, both physically and psychologically.

   Loss of social support has impacted the patients economically as well as psychologically.

Other Word Forms

• nonpsychologically adverb
• semipsychologically adverb
• unpsychologically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of psychologically¹

psychological ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

The goal is to make the island’s position so economically, diplomatically and psychologically unbearable that negotiation with the Chinese leadership becomes the only viable option.

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Weaver’s Katharine, the villain of the piece who steals Tess’ ingenious business idea, is as over-the-top as she is psychologically and morally cagey.

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Meanwhile, the market has slipped into “extreme fear territory” after bitcoin failed to hold above the psychologically important $100,000 level, said Kelly.

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It’s emotionally and psychologically draining to be present for a situation like this, particularly over an extended period of time.

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When you’re spending money that’s not your own but that one day might be your inheritance, it sometimes feels like double-dealing, psychologically.

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