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Technically, the answer has two parts.
What does Technically mean?
according to exact facts or rules.
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Technically means according to exact facts, rules, details, or a specialized meaning, even if people may speak more loosely.
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The machine was technically working, but it still needed a repair.
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What does technically mean?
Technically signals that something is being described in a precise or rule-based way.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to technically?
Strictly is close because both can mean according to exact rules or details.
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Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for technically?
Loosely contrasts with technically because it is less exact.
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WordTechnically.
Partadverb.
MeaningTechnically means according to exact facts or rules.
ExampleExample: Technically, the answer has two parts.
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- tek · nih · kuh · lee
- Strongest beat
- tek
- Ending
- lee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on tek.
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Synonyms
Words like Technically
strictlyIn an exact or rule-based way.
preciselyIn an exact and careful way.
exactlyWith no looseness or mistake.
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looselyIn a general or not exact way.
roughlyApproximately, not exactly.
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