mechanically
UK: mɪˈkæn.ɪ.kəl.i | US: məˈkæn.ɪ.kəl.i
adv. in a manner relating to machines or machinery
adv. in a routine or automatic way, without thought or emotion
adv. (physics) pertaining to the principles of mechanics
The word "mechanically" traces back to the Greek "mēkhanē" (machine, device), which entered Latin as "machina." The root "mechan-" evolved in English to denote machinery or mechanical processes. The suffix "-ical" forms adjectives (e.g., "mechanical"), and "-ly" converts them into adverbs. The term originally described physical machines but expanded metaphorically to describe rigid, unthinking actions.
The parts were assembled mechanically with precision.
He answered the questions mechanically, without enthusiasm.
The system operates mechanically, requiring no human intervention.
Her movements were mechanically efficient but lacked grace.
The theory explains phenomena mechanically, ignoring subjective factors.