Virtually vs Physically - What's the difference?
virtually | physically |
Almost but not quite.
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, title= Without exaggeration.
In essence, but not in fact.
(algebra) Of a substructure of finite index.
(topology) Of a covering space of finite index.
In a physical manner.
According to the laws of physics.
Using physical force.
(obsolete) According to the rules of medicine.
As adverbs the difference between virtually and physically
is that virtually is almost but not quite while physically is in a physical manner.virtually
English
Adverb
(en adverb)The rise of smart beta, passage=Investors face a quandary. Cash offers a return of virtually zero in many developed countries; government-bond yields may have risen in recent weeks but they are still unattractive. Equities have suffered two big bear markets since 2000 and are wobbling again. It is hardly surprising that pension funds, insurers and endowments are searching for new sources of return.}}
physically
English
Adverb
(en adverb)- He that lives physically must live miserably. — Cheyne.
