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physical Synonyms

Another word for physical

Choosing another word for physical depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 5 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Relating to the human body as opposed to the mind or spirit.

Usage Example

"Regular exercise is essential for maintaining both bodily and mental health."

Strongest
bodily
corporeal
Strong
somatic
carnal

• adjective (Context 2)

Relating to things perceived through the senses rather than the mind; tangible or concrete.

Usage Example

"The investigators searched the room for any tangible evidence left behind."

Strongest
tangible
material
concrete
Strong
real
palpable

• noun (Context 3)

A medical examination conducted by a physician to assess a person's general health and bodily fitness.

Usage Example

"All student athletes must pass an annual checkup before joining the team."

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checkup
medical
Strong
examination

• adjective (Context 4)

Relating to the laws of nature or the scientific study of matter and energy (physics).

Usage Example

"Gravity is one of the fundamental forces governing the natural universe."

Strong
natural

• adjective (Context 5)

Involving rough bodily contact, force, or exertion (especially in sports).

Usage Example

"Rugby is a very rough game that requires tremendous stamina and resilience."

Strong
rough
forceful
strenuous
aggressive

Opposites of physical

The opposite of physical shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

intangible
abstract
mental
metaphysical
spiritual
psychological
supernatural
immaterial
See all opposites of physical

• Nearby Words

phuopsis
phyllo
physalis
physical
physicality
physically
physicalness

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Physical. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/physical
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