Synonyms of by definition
6 similar words
Another word for by definition is essentially. Other synonyms of by definition are basically, deep down, inevitably, inexorably and unavoidably.
Synonyms and similar words for by definition
prepositional phraseAccording to, or as a matter of, definition.
- basically
- deep downFundamentally; in essence; in reality; as part of an honest appraisal.
- essentiallyIn essence: by nature.
prepositional phraseNecessarily; always; certainly.
- inevitably
- inexorablyIn an inexorable manner; without the possibility of stopping or prevention.
- unavoidablyIn an unavoidable manner.
Meaning of by definition
- prepositional phrase According to, or as a matter of, definition.
- prepositional phrase Necessarily; always; certainly.
Questions about synonyms of by definition
- What is another word for by definition?
- By definition has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as essentially, basically, deep down, inevitably, inexorably and unavoidably.
- What does by definition mean?
- By definition means according to, or as a matter of, definition.
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