technically

Universal Words adverb 1 according to the exact meaning, facts etc: Technically (speaking), the two countries are still at war. * It is still technically possible for them to win (= but it seems unlikely). 2 in a way that is connected with the skills needed for a particular job, sport, art, etc: As a musician, she is technically accomplished. * Technically, he is an excellent goalkeeper. 3 in a way that is connected with the practical use of machinery, methods, etc. in science and industry: a technically advanced society * In those days recording sound was not technically possible.