remotely
Remotely (adverb) means From a distance, without being physically present. Example: “She controlled the drone remotely from her phone.”
How to use remotely
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFrom far away, or (with "not") not even a little bit.
Word forms
more remotely comparative, most remotely superlative
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What does “remotely” mean?
The word “remotely” means from a distance, without being physically present. In plain terms, from far away, or (with "not") not even a little bit.
How do you pronounce “remotely”?
“Remotely” is pronounced rih-MOHT-lee (/ɹɪˈmoʊtli/ in IPA).
How do you use “remotely” in a sentence?
Here is “remotely” used in a sentence: “She controlled the drone remotely from her phone.”
What part of speech is “remotely”?
“Remotely” is an adverb.
Is “remotely” a common word?
“Remotely” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “remotely” have?
“Remotely” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: from a distance, without being physically present.
What is the difference between remotely and virtually?
Remotely specifically means from a distance, without being physically present, and is often used for work, access, or control, as in "working remotely." Virtually can mean almost or nearly, or can refer to something existing in a digital or simulated form, which overlaps with but is not identical to remotely. "Remotely" focuses on physical distance, while "virtually" focuses on near-completeness or digital existence.
Why is remotely often used with negative words like not or nothing?
Remotely is commonly paired with negatives to mean "even slightly" or "in the smallest way," as in "not remotely interested" or "nothing remotely similar." In this use it intensifies a negative statement rather than describing physical distance.
What is a common collocation using remotely in a work context?
A very common collocation is "work remotely" or "working remotely," meaning performing a job from a location away from a central office, typically using technology to stay connected.