Definition

In a manner that relates to collisions or impacts between objects.

Example

The two cars collided collisionally, causing significant damage.

Conversation

Did you see that video of the car crash last night?

Yeah, it was crazy how they collided collisionally at such high speed!

I can't believe no one got seriously hurt.

Right? It really shows how important safety measures are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Collisionally → It is formed from "collide" (from Latin "collidere", meaning to strike together) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word "collisionally" refers to something that occurs in a manner related to a collision.

Memory Tip

Think of things 'striking together' ('collide') and how they happen 'in a manner' ('-ally') — that's what collisionally means.

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