physically
UK: ˈfɪzɪkli | US: ˈfɪzɪkli
adv. in a way that relates to the body or material things
adv. in accordance with the laws of physics
adv. in a tangible or concrete manner
The word "physically" derives from the root "physical," which originates from the Latin "physica" (natural science) and Greek "physis" (nature). The suffix "-ly" is an Old English adverbial marker, turning the adjective "physical" into an adverb. Over time, "physical" expanded from its original sense of "pertaining to nature" to include bodily and material dimensions, reflecting the interplay between natural philosophy and human experience.
She was physically exhausted after the marathon.
The laws of gravity physically constrain all objects on Earth.
The document must be physically signed, not digitally.
He checked the equipment physically to ensure safety.
The barrier physically separates the two zones.