Definition

In a way that relates to the meaning of words and phrases.

Example

The two sentences are semantically different, even though they sound similar.

Conversation

I was reading about how words can change meaning in different contexts.

Yeah, language is really interesting like that!

Exactly, it’s all so semantically rich and complex.

Totally! It makes studying linguistics so much fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Semantically → It is formed from "semant-" (from Greek "semantikos", meaning significant or having meaning) and "-ically" (meaning in a manner related to). The word "semantically" refers to something that relates to meaning in language or logic.

Memory Tip

Think of 'semant-' which relates to 'meaning' — so when you hear 'semantically', remember it refers to how something relates to meaning.

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