materially
/məˈtɪriəli/
adverb
- In a way that relates to physical objects or money, rather than emotions or ideas.
- They were not materially affected by the storm because they lived inland.
- The family was materially comfortable, but not wealthy.
- The new job improved her life materially, allowing her to buy a house.
- To a significant or important degree; substantially.
- His opinion did not differ materially from the others.
- The new evidence materially changed the outcome of the trial.
- The cost of materials has materially increased over the past year.
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