logically
gb/lˈɑd͡ʒɪkli/ us/lˈɑd͡ʒɪkli/
B2
Inglese
~ 8000
Accezioni
0 accezioni
unknown
B2
property
1
in a way based on logic
In a way that uses clear, correct thinking and good reasons.
Schema d'uso:
to [verb] [something] logically
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes confuse "logical" (adjective) and "logically" (adverb). Use "logical" before a noun (e.g., "a logical answer") and "logically" to describe how something is done (e.g., "explain it logically"). Another common mistake is placing "logically" too far from the verb it modifies; it usually goes before the main verb or after an auxiliary verb ("You can logically conclude", not "You logically can conclude" in formal writing).
Sinonimi
rationally (Stresses using reason instead of emotion; very close in meaning in most contexts.)
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coherently (Focuses more on being clear and easy to follow, not only on correct reasoning.)
Contrari
illogically (Describes thinking or speaking that does not follow correct reasoning.)
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irrationally (Suggests thinking that ignores reason, often influenced by emotion or fear.)
Collocazioni
think logically
|argue logically
|reason logically
|explain something logically
|present ideas logically
|organize an essay logically
Temi
thinking
|argumentation
|education
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Esempi
- She laid out her plan logically so everyone could follow each step.
- If you look at the data logically, the decision becomes obvious.
- The lawyer tried to explain the events logically, without exaggeration.
- Students are taught to write essays that develop their ideas logically.
- He failed to connect his points logically, so his argument was weak.
Esempi per chi studia
- Please explain it logically so I can understand.
- When you think logically, the answer is clear.
- The teacher showed us how to solve the problem logically.
- Try to organize your ideas logically in your report.
- She spoke slowly and logically about the issue.
adverb
B2
relation
2
as is natural or expected
Used to say that something makes sense and is what you would expect from the situation.
Schema d'uso:
Logically, [clause]
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes use "logically" here when they only mean "of course" or "as you know" without any real reasoning. Use "logically" when there is a clear cause and effect or a clear reason from the facts, not just to fill space at the beginning of a sentence.
Sinonimi
naturally (Often used similarly to show that something is not surprising, though it can also refer to things in nature.)
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understandably (Emphasizes that other people can easily understand why something happened, often with an emotional element.)
Contrari
surprisingly (Introduces something that does not match what you would normally expect from the situation.)
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unexpectedly (Highlights that a result is not what logic or experience would predict.)
Collocazioni
logically, this means that
|logically, you would expect
|and logically so
|quite logically
|not logically possible
Temi
thinking
|communication
|expectations
|core_vocabulary
Esempi
- Logically, if prices rise, some customers will buy less.
- Logically, he refused the offer, since it paid less than his current job.
- Logically, the two companies decided to merge to reduce costs.
- Logically, you would check the simplest explanation first.
- Logically, these results should lead to further research.
Esempi per chi studia
- Logically, you should call her and say sorry.
- Logically, if you are sick, you stay home.
- Logically, he was angry when he heard the news.
- Logically, they wanted more time to think.
- Logically, we need to save money if we plan to travel.
adverb
technical
C1
property
3
according to formal logic rules
In a way that matches the strict rules of logic in math or philosophy.
Schema d'uso:
to be logically [adjective]
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes mix the everyday meaning of "logical" with the technical idea of logical validity or equivalence. In technical subjects, "logically valid" and "logically equivalent" have very precise meanings that may not match casual use.
Sinonimi
formally (In technical contexts, can mean according to a strict system of rules, not just everyday reasoning.)
Contrari
inconsistently (Describes statements or systems that cannot all be true together under the rules of logic.)
Collocazioni
logically equivalent
|logically consistent
|logically valid
|logically implied
|logically independent
Temi
science
|technology
|education
Esempi
- In this proof, the last statement is logically equivalent to the first.
- The theory is simple but not logically consistent with the experimental results.
- Two propositions are logically independent if neither can be derived from the other.
- The argument is logically valid, but its premises may be false.
- These conditions are logically implied by the initial assumptions.
Esempi per chi studia
- In math, these two rules are logically the same.
- The professor said the idea was not logically correct.
- In computer science, the program must be logically clear.
- The two statements are not logically connected.
- Their claims cannot all be logically true.
Grammatica
Forma base
logically
IPA
GB/lˈɑd͡ʒɪkli/
US/lˈɑd͡ʒɪkli/
Sillabe e accento
lo - gic - ally (3 sillabe)
Stress on 1st syllable (lo)
Forme flesse
Noun
- Base: logically
- Plural: logicallies
Famiglia di parole
Espressioni
logically speaking
1/lˈɑd͡ʒɪkli spˈikɪŋ/
fixed phrase
introducing a logic-based view
Used before a statement to show that it is based on clear, careful thinking and reasons.
Esempi
- Logically speaking, we should wait until we have more information.
- Logically speaking, raising prices now could hurt sales.
- Logically speaking, there is no reason to rush this decision.