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notionally

/ˈnoʊʃənəli/
no · tion · al · ly
Adjective:notional
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• adverb

1

In theory, imagination, or concept only, rather than in reality or actual practice; hypothetically.

Example

"The two departments are notionally independent, though they share the same executive board and budget."

2

By way of an estimate or approximation, especially for financial, accounting, or planning purposes.

Example

"The total cost of the infrastructure upgrade was notionally valued at fifty million dollars before formal bids were submitted."

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notify
notion
notional
notionally
notions
notocactus
notoriety

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'notional' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Notional' stems from the Latin noun 'notio' (a taking cognizance, an idea, or a concept), from 'noscere' (to come to know).

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