Chemically

/ˈkɛmɪkli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a manner relating to chemistry, involving the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of substances.

The substances reacted chemically when mixed together.

In a way that involves a chemical process or transformation.

The water was chemically treated to remove impurities.

With respect to chemical properties or changes.

The compound behaves chemically like a metal in certain conditions.

Involving the use of chemicals for a specific purpose or reaction.

The soil was chemically analyzed to determine nutrient levels.

Referring to an alteration in chemical structure or composition.

The food was chemically altered to enhance flavor.

From the word 'chemical', derived from the Old French 'chimique', and earlier from Arabic 'al-kīmiyā'.

chemically bond:

To form a bond between atoms through chemical reactions.

chemically stable:

Referring to a substance that does not readily undergo chemical change.

chemically inert:

Not chemically reactive; does not readily combine with other substances.

High on drugs or experiencing altered states.

He was too chemically altered to focus on the lecture.

Referring to someone under the influence of substances.

After that night, he was totally chemically impaired.