physically (A2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈfɪzɪkli/

Definition

Relating to the body and the material world, not the mind or spirit.

Examples

• She is physically very strong.

• The accident left him physically unable to walk.

• We need to move the furniture physically.

How to Use physically

physically impossible (collocation)

Cannot be done because of the laws of nature or the body's limits. — "It is physically impossible to lift that much weight."

physically demanding (collocation)

Requiring a lot of strength or energy. — "Construction work is often physically demanding."

physically able (collocation)

Having the physical capacity to do something. — "She is physically able to compete in the marathon."

physically unable (collocation)

Not having the physical capacity to do something. — "He was physically unable to attend the meeting."

Synonyms of physically

Words with a similar meaning to physically:

• bodily
• corporeally

Antonyms of physically

Words with the opposite meaning to physically:

• mentally
• spiritually

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