Synonyms for

Clinically

Verb / ˈklɪnɪkʌli: / / ˈklɪnɪkli: / Another word for clinically — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to the observation and treatment of actual patients rather than theoretical or laboratory studies

Synonyms & similar words

medically practically realistically empirically objectively factually positively definitely authentically genuinely truly sincerely honestly faithfully verifiably veritably accurately precisely exactly specifically

Synonyms by register

Formal

scientifically medically empirically objectively

Informal

in a very serious way really seriously

Antonyms

emotionally subjectively personally informally unscientifically imprecisely

Common collocations

  • clinically proven
  • clinically tested
  • clinically depressed
  • clinically significant
  • clinically observed
  • clinically managed
  • clinically effective

Word family

noun clinical
adjective clinical

Usage note

Often used to describe something that is objective, detached, or related to medical treatment. It can also imply a lack of emotion or a very precise, scientific approach.

Example sentences

  1. The doctor examined the patient clinically and prescribed some medication.
  2. The research study was conducted clinically to ensure accurate results.
  3. The patient's health was monitored clinically to check for any negative effects.
  4. The clinical trials were conducted to test the effectiveness of the new drug.
  5. The doctor made a clinically sound decision based on the patient's symptoms.

Quotes

  • Clinically, I'm quite sane.
  • I think that, clinically speaking, depression is a loss of perspective.
  • I think that, clinically speaking, depression is a loss of perspective.

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