Meaning & Definition of word "Nominally"

Nominally

/ˈnɒm.ɪ.nə.li/

1. In name only; officially but not in reality.
- Example: The company is nominally headed by a CEO, but the real decisions are made by the board.
2. In a manner that relates to names or terms.
- Example: The nominally defined roles in the project were often blurred in practice.
3. In a trivial or insignificant way.
- Example: The fee is nominally low, but it still represents a cost to the participants.
4. With respect to a name or title rather than substantial or real matters.
- Example: Nominally, the event was described as a festival, but only a handful of activities were planned.

Late Latin 'nominalis', from 'nomen' meaning 'name'.

nominally in charge:

Having the title or position without real authority.

nominal interest:

The stated interest rate before taking inflation into account.

nominal value:

The face value of something without considering market value.

nominal:

Relating to or being a name or names; slight or small.

nomenclature:

A system of names used in a particular field.

nomen:

A name, especially in Roman times.

Meaning: Just for show; not genuine.

Example Sentence: That committee is just nominally inclusive; they don't really take opinions.

Meaning: Only a title with no real power.

Example Sentence: She's nominally the leader, but the real decisions are made elsewhere.