# domestically

**Pronunciation:** /doʊˈmɛs.tɪk.li/ · doh-MES-tik-lee

**CEFR level:** B1

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning 1: Geography

Relating to or occurring within one's own country, as opposed to internationally.

## Examples

- The new regulations will affect businesses operating domestically.
- She preferred to buy domestically produced goods.
- The team's performance was strong domestically but weak in international competitions.

## Meaning 2: Home Life

In a way that relates to the home or family life.

## Examples

- She was happiest when domestically occupied with her children.
- The survey asked about their domestically focused activities.
- He found great satisfaction domestically, managing the household.

## Synonyms

- nationally — Within the nation's borders.
- internally — Inside the country, often contrasting with external affairs.
- locally — Within a specific region or area of the country.
- homely — Relating to the home or home life; cozy.

## Antonyms

- internationally — Across different countries.
- abroad — In or to a foreign country.

## Collocations

- domestically produced — We prioritize buying domestically produced goods to support local industries.
- domestically grown — The restaurant features a menu of domestically grown organic vegetables.
- domestically manufactured — The company shifted its production to domestically manufactured components.

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