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Physical

UK /["/ˈfɪzɪkl/"]/US /["/ˈfɪzɪkl/"]/

Definition

connected with a person’s body rather than their mind

In simple words: Related to the body or nature.

Examples

  • He enjoys physical activities like running and swimming.
  • The doctor examined her physical condition during the check-up.
  • Physical education is an important part of the school curriculum.
  • She is very strong and has great physical abilities.
  • The team needs to improve their physical strength to win the competition.

Usage notes

Use 'physical' to describe things related to the body, health, or natural phenomena. Avoid using it in formal academic discussions where precision is required.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'fixing' something physically, like mending a broken toy.

Collocations

  • be
  • become
  • get
  • purely
  • almost
  • be
  • become
  • get
  • purely
  • almost
  • be
  • become
  • get
  • purely
  • almost
  • be
  • become
  • get
  • purely
  • almost

Synonyms

  • bodily
  • corporeal
  • material
  • tangible
  • natural

Antonyms

  • mental
  • abstract
  • immaterial

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'metaphysical', which refers to the abstract or philosophical.
  • Using it incorrectly to describe mental or emotional states.
  • Mixing up 'physical' with 'physique', which specifically refers to body shape.