ideally

[ahy-dee-uh-lee]

adverb

1. in accordance with an ideal; perfectly.

2. in an ideal world; in principle; theoretically.

3. in idea, thought, or imagination.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ideally¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; ideal + -ly

Example Sentences

They ideally need to be in familiar roles that get them into zones on the pitch they're comfortable in, too, and sometimes that requires a manager to tweak his approach.

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And ideally you should apply it about every two hours, especially if you have been sweating a lot or swimming.

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For years, my codependency and enmeshment kept me focused on making sure all my partner’s needs were met, so that, ideally, they might take care of me.

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It's important to inform your insurer as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours.

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She continued: "Vaccination is the best defence against whooping cough and it is vital that pregnant women and young infants receive their vaccines at the right time, ideally between 20 and 32 weeks."

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