physically /ˈfɪz.ɪ.kli/ adverb5 •in the body, rather than in the mind or the feelings“And whatʼs more,” the voice went on triumphantly, “the patient is both physically and neurally whole.” — 1952 •Using physical force. •(informal) Directly, rather than automatically or similar.After the software updated, I had to go in and physically change all the settings back to the way I wanted them. •According to the laws of physics. •(no longer used) According to the rules of medicine. formsmore physically · most physically