theoretically

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   in a theoretical manner

   We worked the problem out theoretically.

2. 2
   adv

   in theory; on paper

   I haven't tested it, but theoretically it ought to fly.

3. 3
   adv

   in theory though not necessarily in reality.

   Rumors of an indictment had spread through this heavily gay and lesbian community since shortly after the theoretically secret investigation began in 1984.

4. 4
   adv

   in theory

From theoretical + -ly.

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