mentally

[ men-tl-ee ]

adverb

1. in or with the mind or intellect; intellectually.
2. with regard to the mind.

Word History and Origins

Origin of mentally¹

First recorded in 1655–65; mental ¹ + -ly

Example Sentences

The statement said the WRU is "very proud" of its proactive approach through the community game, promoting the importance of all participants looking after themselves both physically and mentally.

From BBC

“This investigation, my only chance at justice, has drained me physically and mentally…the longer this investigation drags on, the more my trust in the system fades,” she told the BBC.

From BBC

On the other hand, if you get a “general” power of attorney that only remains in effect while you’re mentally sound.

From Salon

I’m physically very fit, and that keeps me mentally fit.

From Los Angeles Times

I was expecting them to say that this work was so emotionally and mentally gruelling, that no human should have to do it – I thought they would fully support the entire industry becoming automated, with AI tools evolving to scale up to the job.

From BBC

Related Words

• intellectually
• psychologically