Word PHYSICAL: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

physical

🇺🇸 [ˈfɪzɪkəl]

Meanings

Relating to the body or material things, as opposed to the mind or the spiritual realm. Physical can describe anything that involves the laws of nature, especially in relation to forces and matter. It can also refer to something tangible or observable.

Examples

• He enjoys physical activities like hiking and swimming.
• The physical properties of water change when heated.
• She underwent a physical examination before starting her new job.

Synonyms

bodily • material • tangible

Antonyms

mental • spiritual • abstract