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

In hindsight, the Chicks—the Dixie Chicks until the band changed its name in 2020—were practically engineered to stand in opposition to the country establishment. — Shaad D’souza, Pitchfork, 11 Oct. 2026

Some of the images have a vintage glory; others reveal the wounds of a city where homelessness is on the rise and wildfire season is practically a year-round affair. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 10 Oct. 2026

The Dodgers entered the postseason with the best rotation of any team on paper, led by Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who proved to be practically superhuman in the World Series last year. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2026

Milan might be better known internationally for its fashion houses and design scene, but anyone who has spent an evening wandering around its neighborhoods will know that going out for a drink is practically part of a local's daily routine. — Alessia Armenise, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 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