Ideally: meaning, definitions and examples

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ideally

[ aɪˈdɪəli ]

^{Context #1}

in an ideal manner

In a perfect or most desirable way; ideally is used to describe the best possible situation or outcome.

Synonyms

excellently, optimally, perfectly

Examples of usage

She would ideally like to finish the project by the end of the week.
Ideally, we should strive for a work-life balance.

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used to introduce a desirable or idealistic suggestion

Used to introduce a statement of what should happen or what would be the best thing to do in an ideal situation.

Synonyms

if possible, in a perfect world, preferably

Examples of usage

Ideally, we should start the meeting on time.
We would ideally want to see more investment in education.

Translations

Translations of the word "ideally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 idealmente

🇮🇳 आदर्श रूप से

🇩🇪 idealerweise

🇮🇩 idealnya

🇺🇦 ідеально

🇵🇱 idealnie

🇯🇵 理想的には

🇫🇷 idéalement

🇪🇸 idealmente

🇹🇷 idealde

🇰🇷 이상적으로

🇸🇦 مثاليًا

🇨🇿 ideálně

🇸🇰 ideálne

🇨🇳 理想情况下

🇸🇮 idealno

🇮🇸 ímyndað

🇰🇿 идеалды түрде

🇬🇪 იდეალურად

🇦🇿 ideal olaraq

🇲🇽 idealmente

Word origin

The word 'ideally' is derived from the word 'ideal,' which comes from the Late Latin word 'ideal(is),' meaning existing in idea or conception. The concept of the ideal has been present in philosophy and literature for centuries, representing the perfect or most desirable form of something. 'Ideally' is a modern adverb that emphasizes the best possible way or outcome.