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 Word Forms

• hyperlogically adverb
• nonlogically adverb
• overlogically adverb
• prelogically adverb
• quasi-logically adverb
• superlogically adverb
• unlogically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of logically¹

logical ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

While Endres acknowledges the idea as logically possible, he notes that it runs counter to Occam's razor, the principle that favors simpler explanations.

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"We need to bring our heads out of the clouds sometimes to really think a little bit more logically about what the technology's there for."

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Pari says she loves the different skills involved including problem solving, creativity and thinking logically.

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It argued the rules were logically flawed and too broad, meaning a policy intended to impose extra rules on large social media companies would instead apply to Wikipedia.

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On the other hand, he claims they are designed to force foreign companies to move their factories to the United States, which logically means that import revenues would fall.

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