practically
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- 2In the way things really are, even if maybe not on paper or by law.
Practically speaking, the old law means nothing now, because no one follows it.
Officially she is only his helper, but practically she runs the business.
Similareffectively
Oppositetheoretically, nominally
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- 3In a way that can really be done and is not too hard.
We need a plan we can practically carry out with the money we have.
The tools are hung practically, so you can grab each one without moving anything else.
Similarsensibly, conveniently, realistically, functionally
Oppositeimpractically
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- 4When it comes to how things are really done.
She is a practically minded person who would rather fix the sink than read about it.
The course is practically focused, so students spend most days in the workshop.
Oppositetheoretically
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Origin
From practical with -ly added.