Ideally Definition

ī-dēə-lē
adverb
In accordance with an ideal or ideals; in an ideal manner; perfectly.
Webster's New World
In supposing the perfect or best option or outcome.
Ideally, they'll let us stay the weekend.
Webster's New World
In theory or imagination; theoretically.
American Heritage

Given ideal circumstances; preferably. [from 19th c.]

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Origin of Ideally

  • From ideal +‎ -ly.

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Ideally Sentence Examples

  • It is obvious that the points game demands an ideally perfect green.

  • Apply the lipstick next, ideally with a lip brush for a more accurate even surface.

  • Ideally, she shouldn't be bred until she's four.

  • Ideally, all Members of the group should have reflective armbands.

  • Additional improvements can be obtained by adding a further coating of MoS 2, ideally cured within an epoxy binder.

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Words Starting With

IIDIDE

Words Ending With

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Words Starting With I and Ending With Y

Starts With I & Ends With YStarts With ID & Ends With YStarts With I & Ends With LY

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7 Letter Words7 Letter Words Starting With I7 Letter Words Ending With Y