technically (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈtɛknɪkli/

Definition

According to the exact facts or rules, but perhaps not in a practical or obvious way.

Examples

• Technically, the law says you can't park here, but the police often ignore it.

• He's technically a millionaire, but he has a lot of debts.

• The project is technically complete, but it still needs some final touches.

How to Use technically

technically speaking (collocation)

When considering the precise rules or facts. — "Technically speaking, we should have asked for permission first."

technically true (collocation)

Accurate according to the exact facts or rules. — "The statement is technically true, but it's misleading."

Synonyms of technically

Words with a similar meaning to technically:

• formally
• strictly
• precisely
• literally

Antonyms of technically

Words with the opposite meaning to technically:

• practically
• essentially

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