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Commercially: meaning, definitions and examples

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commercially

 

[ kəˈmɜːrʃəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

business context

Commercially refers to activities, products, or services that are intended for sale or are related to commerce. It implies a focus on profit and business viability. This term often encompasses various aspects of trade, including marketing, production, and distribution.

Synonyms

economically, for profit, profitably

Examples of usage

  • The product is commercially successful.
  • They operate commercially in several countries.
  • Commercially viable options are vital for the project.
  • The company is expanding its commercially available products.

Translations

Translations of the word "commercially" in other languages:

🇵🇹 comercialmente

🇮🇳 व्यावसायिक रूप से

🇩🇪 kommerziell

🇮🇩 secara komersial

🇺🇦 комерційно

🇵🇱 komercyjnie

🇯🇵 商業的に

🇫🇷 commercialement

🇪🇸 comercialmente

🇹🇷 ticari olarak

🇰🇷 상업적으로

🇸🇦 تجارياً

🇨🇿 komerčně

🇸🇰 komerčne

🇨🇳 商业上

🇸🇮 komercialno

🇮🇸 viðskiptalega

🇰🇿 коммерциялық

🇬🇪 კომერციულად

🇦🇿 ticarət baxımından

🇲🇽 comercialmente

Etymology

The word 'commercially' dates back to the late 14th century and is derived from the Latin term 'commercialis,' which means 'pertaining to trade' or 'buying and selling.' The root 'commerc-' comes from the Latin 'commercium,' comprising 'com-' (together) and 'merx' (merchandise or goods). Over time, the term evolved through Middle English as 'comercial' and became 'commercial' in modern English, reflecting its association with business and trade. Its adverbial form, 'commercially,' emerged to emphasize behaviors or strategies related to commerce, further embedding it in economic discussions and commerce-related language.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,215 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.