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Physically ˈfɪzɪkli I Adverb Bre Mentally Handicapped Emotionally

Word physically
WordType (adverb)
Phonetic BrE / ˈfɪzɪkli / NAmE / ˈfɪzɪkli /
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  • mentally and physically handicapped
  • physically and emotionally exhausted
  • i felt physically sick before the exam.
  • i don't find him physically attractive.
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physically

(adverb)BrE / ˈfɪzɪkli / NAmE / ˈfɪzɪkli /
  1. in a way that is connected with a person’s body rather than their mind
    • mentally and physically handicapped
    • physically and emotionally exhausted
    • I felt physically sick before the exam.
    • I don't find him physically attractive.
    • They were physically prevented from entering the building.
    • a physically demanding job
    • Try to be as physically active as possible.
    • Physically, she hadn’t changed much.
  2. according to the laws of nature or what is probable
    • It's physically impossible to finish by the end of the week.
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