Definition

In a way that relates to calories, often used to describe the energy content of food.

Example

The dessert was calorically dense, making it a rich treat for those watching their intake.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how meals can be so different calorically?

Yeah, it's interesting how some foods are so high in calories while others are not.

Exactly! A small salad can be much lighter calorically than a burger.

Right, it really makes you think about what we're eating.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Calorically → It is formed from "calor" (from Latin *calor*, meaning heat) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to) combined with "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word "calorically" refers to something pertaining to heat, especially in the context of energy content in food.

Memory Tip

Think of 'calor' meaning heat, and remember that 'calorically' describes something related to heat, particularly in terms of energy in food.

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