Meaning & Definition of word "Remotely"
Remotely
/rɪˈmoʊtli/
adverb:
- 1. From a distance; not in person or nearby.
- Example: She was able to control the drone remotely from her laptop.
- 2. In a way that is distant or lacking direct connection.
- Example: The two locations are remotely situated from each other, making travel inconvenient.
- 3. To a limited degree; slightly.
- Example: I am not remotely interested in that topic.
Etymology
●From the word 'remote', from Latin 'remotus', meaning 'removed, distant'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
remotely located:
Situated far away from other places.
remotely controlled:
Operated from a distance using a remote device.
Related Words
remote:
Distant in space or time.
remoteness:
The state of being remote.
Slang Meanings of remotely
Meaning: Used informally to mean not even a little.
● Example Sentence: I'm not remotely interested in going to that party.