practically

adverb

prac·​ti·​cal·​ly ˈprak-ti-k(ə-)lē 

1

: in a practical manner

look practically at the problem

2

: almost, nearly

practically everyone

Synonyms of practically

• almost
• nearly
• virtually

Examples of practically in a Sentence

The room's ceiling was so low that we practically had to crawl.

I talk to him practically everyday.

The project is practically complete.

Football is practically a religion in some places.

Practically speaking, Alaska is too far to go for just a few days.

Recent Examples on the Web

Or detainees could be held in locations where in-person observation is technically an option, but are practically inaccessible to ordinary people. —Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026

But, practically speaking, ICE is already funded. —CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026

Ad blockers and VPNs are practically a requirement for using the internet now. —Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2026

Natural Landmarks Built for Adventure Great Smoky Mountains National Park (TN/NC) — Charlotte hikers, this one’s practically in your backyard. —Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1571, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

practically

adverb

prac·​ti·​cal·​ly ˈprak-ti-k(ə-)lē 

1

: in a practical manner

talked practically about the problem

2

: almost, nearly

practically everyone went to the game