Practically meaning in English

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Definition

practically: conveniently, usefully; virtually, nearly, almost adverb
Practically everyone wants this job. Almost all the employees are interested in it.

Examples

  • "Melanie : Well not quite, but it's so cheap, it's practically a gift!"
  • "Bruno : Bethany, Horatio and I practically built this business together."
  • "The model in question is practically naked."
  • "We're practically saving them from starvation."
  • "But there's something wrong, the beach is practically deserted."
  • "No damage at all - it practically bounced!"
Exercise 1
The term virtually is used in Kevin's email.

Which of the following terms could replace virtually in Kevin's sentence? There may be more than one correct answer!
The term virtually is used in Kevin's email.

Which of the following terms could replace virtually in Kevin's sentence? There may be more than one correct answer!
"Practically" is a good choice here. If something is "virtually done", then it is "practically done" or "very nearly done".
This is the only incorrect term here. If something is "undoubtedly true", then it is "definitely" or "certainly" true. This does not share a similar meaning with the term "virtually".
"Nearly" is a good choice here. If something is "nearly impossible", it is "virtually impossible".
"Almost" shares a similar meaning with "virtually" here. If you have "almost reached your destination", then you have 'virtually reached your destination.

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