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Meaning of notionally
The primary meaning of "notionally" is in a way that is based on a vague or approximate idea or opinion.
Etymology of notionally
The word "notionally" comes from the noun "notion", which has its roots in the Latin word "notio", meaning "a becoming acquainted with" or "familiarity".
The Latin "notio" is derived from "nosere", which means "to come to know".
The word "notionally" has been used in English since the 17th century to convey a sense of theoretical or hypothetical understanding.
Synonyms
theoretically
hypothetically
conceptually
ideally
abstractly
nominally
virtually
supposedly
allegedly
reputedly
putatively
assumedly
presumptively
speculatively
conjecturally
imaginatively
fancifully
figuratively
symbolically
metaphorically
theoretically
notionally
abstractly
conceptually
hypothetically
ideationally
intellectually
mentally
rationally
logically
reasonably
sanely
sensibly
practically
pragmatically
realistically
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "notionally" means in a way that is based on a vague or approximate idea or opinion, rather than on facts or reality.
- It can also mean in a theoretical or hypothetical sense, rather than in a practical or actual sense.
Usage Examples
- The company is notionally responsible for the environmental damage, but it has not been proven in court.
- He is notionally in charge of the project, but he doesn't actually do any work.
- The new policy is notionally designed to help low-income families, but its effects are still unclear.
Antonyms
actually
really
truly
genuinely
authentically
practically
realistically
factually
concretely
substantially
tangibly
physically
materially
literally
explicitly
clearly
obviously
undoubtedly
unquestionably
indisputably
incontrovertibly
unmistakably
palpably
demonstrably