practically

Universal Words adverb 1 (especially spoken) almost; very nearly SYNVIRTUALLY: practically empty / impossible * I meet famous people practically every day. * My essay is practically finished now. * With that crack in it, the vase is worth practically nothing. * There's practically no difference between the two options. -< ALMOST 2 in a realistic or sensible way; in real situations: Practically speaking, we can't afford it. * It sounds like a good idea, but I don't think it will work practically. compareTHEORETICALLY