Definitions

practically

[prak-tik-lee] / ˈpræk tɪk li /

ADJECTIVE

almost; nearly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

approximately basically essentially morally nearly virtually

STRONG

much

WEAK

about all but as good as as much as close to for all intents and purposes fundamentally in effect in essence most nigh well-nigh

Antonyms

WEAK

far not close

Example Sentences

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The teacher drones on about upcoming school events practically the whole twenty minutes.

From Literature

“Well now’s your big chance, when there’s practically nobody around,” Door said.

From Literature

It does not make sense for you to act alone, either practically or ethically, and hand over a portion of your share.

From MarketWatch

“They were practically praying for us,” he said, recalling residents bringing out tea and candy to thank his team.

From The Wall Street Journal

To the viewer who actually dares to pay attention to a Netflix film, the repetition is shocking, practically comical.

From Salon