commercially
Commercially (adv) means In a way related to trade or making a profit. Example: “The invention was never commercially viable.”
How to use commercially
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishIn terms of business or profit.
Word forms
more commercially comparative, most commercially superlative
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What does “commercially” mean?
The word “commercially” means in a way related to trade or making a profit. In plain terms, in terms of business or profit.
How do you use “commercially” in a sentence?
Here is “commercially” used in a sentence: “The invention was never commercially viable.”
What part of speech is “commercially”?
“Commercially” is an adverb.
Is “commercially” a common word?
“Commercially” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
What is the difference between commercially and financially?
Commercially relates specifically to trade, business activity, and making a profit, as in 'the product was not commercially successful,' while financially concerns money matters more broadly, including personal budgets and finances unrelated to trade. A decision can be financially sound without being commercially motivated.
What does it mean when something is described as commercially available?
Commercially available means a product or service can be bought by the general public through ordinary trade channels, rather than existing only as a prototype, research sample, or custom-made item. It signals that the item has reached the open market.
What kinds of words does commercially typically modify?
Commercially most often modifies adjectives or verbs related to business outcomes, such as commercially viable, commercially successful, commercially available, or commercially produced. It signals that the following description relates to trade or profit rather than technical, artistic, or personal qualities.
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