logically

[ loj-ik-lee ]

adverb

1. in a way that accords with the principles of reasoned argument:

   Here you will be taught how to logically solve problems and analyze gathered information like a true detective.

2. according to reasonable expectation:

   Corporations quite logically tend not to prioritize these environmental issues when considering how best to increase profits.

Other Words From

• hy·per·log·i·cal·ly adverb
• non·log·i·cal·ly adverb
• o·ver·log·i·cal·ly adverb
• pre·log·i·cal·ly adverb
• qua·si-log·i·cal·ly adverb
• su·per·log·i·cal·ly adverb
• un·log·i·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of logically¹

logical ( def ) + -ly

Example Sentences

"I was over the moon but thinking logically, that would never happen."

From BBC

“More troublesome, what about the less intelligent, who logically should have less?”

From Salon

This formulation equates immigration with genocide, which logically invites genocidal violence in response, and has been cited in mass murders across the globe.

From Salon

But logically and empirically, the differences between the claims are nugatory.

From Los Angeles Times

“So I can’t definitively say that it is, but, just looking at it logically, it may be related to this.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• reasonably