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Synonyms of practically

7 similar words · 1 opposite word

Another word for practically is virtually. Other synonyms of practically are de facto, effectively, as much as, nearly and practicably. The opposite of practically is impractically.

Synonyms and similar words for practically

adverbIn practice; in effect or in actuality, though possibly not officially, technically, or legally.

  • de factoIn actual use or existence, regardless of official or legal status.
  • effectively
  • as much asPractically, just as, no less than; indicates an action tantamount to, but not identical to, the action described.

adverbAlmost completely; almost entirely.

adverbIn a way that is practical: feasibly; unchallengingly.

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Opposite of practically

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Meaning of practically

  1. adverb In practice; in effect or in actuality, though possibly not officially, technically, or legally.
  2. adverb Almost completely; almost entirely.
  3. adverb With respect to practices or a practice.

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Questions about synonyms of practically

What is another word for practically?
Practically has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as virtually, de facto, effectively, as much as, nearly, practicably and all but.
What is the opposite of practically?
The opposite of practically is impractically.
What does practically mean?
Practically means in practice; in effect or in actuality, though possibly not officially, technically, or legally.

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