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topically

/ˈtɑː.pɪ.kə.li/
top · i · cal · ly
Adjective:topical
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• adverb

1

By direct application to a specific part or outer surface of the body, such as the skin or mucous membranes, rather than by ingestion or injection.

Example

"The dermatologist instructed the patient to apply the anti-inflammatory ointment topically twice a day."

2

According to subject matter or theme rather than in chronological or alphabetical order.

Example

"The archive's historical correspondence is organized topically so researchers can easily locate documents on specific policy debates."

3

With reference to matters of current or local interest.

Example

"The comedian's monologue was topically relevant, touching on the morning's biggest news headlines."

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• Nearby Words

topic
topical
topicality
topically
topknot
topless
toplessness

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'topical' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', tracing back to Ancient Greek 'topikos' (relating to a place or topic), from 'topos' (place).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Topically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/topically
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