theoretically

adverb

the·​o·​ret·​i·​cal·​ly ˌthē-ə-ˈre-ti-k(ə-)lē 

ˌthir-ˈe-ti-

1

: according to an ideal or assumed set of facts or principles : in theory

2

: in a theoretical way

Examples of theoretically in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

So theoretically, if an initiative used to cost $500,000 to implement with in-house resources, and machine learning can drop that cost down to $10,000, where does a $100,000 consulting fee fit in the equation? —Big Think, 26 Nov. 2025

Ultimately, while some individual activities could theoretically be automated, the outcome for employment relies on whether organizations and institutions prepare people for the future. —Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 25 Nov. 2025

The Mets also need help in the outfield, and McNeil could theoretically slot in there. —Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025

These calculations show the standard California rental can theoretically save a household $3,331 a month compared with owning. —Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 25 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1626, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for theoretically

• parenthetically
• sympathetically
• electrophoretically
• hermetically
• magnetically
• pathetically