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instrumentally

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəli/

KK: /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that involves using tools or methods to achieve something.


Example

The team worked instrumentally to complete the project on time.


Conversation
Sloth A
I think music can impact our emotions instrumentally in many ways.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It's fascinating how certain songs can change our mood.
Sloth A
Yeah, I feel like it connects with us instrumentally and personally.
Sloth B
Definitely, it makes moments feel more special.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
meaningly
effectively
functionally
Antonyms
ineffectively
unimportantly
irrelevantly
Root Explanation

Instrumentally → It is formed from "instrument" (from Latin "instrumentum", meaning tool or implement) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "instrumentally" means in a manner relating to a tool or means used to achieve something.

Memory Tip

Think of using a 'tool' ('instrument') to achieve something 'in a manner' ('-ally'). This helps you remember that 'instrumentally' refers to doing something by means of a tool or method.

Visually Confused Words
uninstrumental
noninstrumental
interdentally
intramental
intermental
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