academically

adverb

ac·​a·​dem·​i·​cal·​ly ˌa-kə-ˈde-mi-k(ə-)lē 

: in an academic way: such as

a

: with regard to formal studies or academics

doing well academically

academically advanced students

And it has made them more appealing to colleges, which have grown more welcoming as they find that homeschoolers do fine academically.

—Linda Perlstein

… fans and coaches at academically elite institutions would say that, yes, they were handicapped by stricter admissions policies, but in the long run, brains win out over brawn.

—Mark Bechtel

b

: in a theoretical or speculative way without practical application

That scheme for bottling beer is interesting—but only academically. Down here, we don't bottle it, but drink it.

—H. L. Mencken

c

: in a way that conforms to the tradition or rules of a school (as of literature or art)

The big problems arise with his paintings as artworks. His audacity with the brush is vitiated by academically fussy composition.

—Peter Schjeldahl

Examples of academically in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

His hard work academically, athletically, and positive school citizenship is impressive! —Madison Lammert, Journal Sentinel, 7 Oct. 2024

On top of her extracurriculars, Elizabeth excels academically and consistently seeks to challenge herself, showing her commitment to growth in every aspect of her life. —Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Sep. 2024

The children of immigrants might also experience more pressure to succeed academically and professionally because of their families’ sacrifices for better lives. —Nicole Froio, refinery29.com, 3 Sep. 2024

This means that disabled kids who face bullying are put at an even greater disadvantage academically. —Sherri Gordon, Parents, 30 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1626, in the meaning defined above