Definition

Adverb: * In a manner relating to sound or the sense of hearing; with respect to the properties or science of sound (acoustics).

Usage

The adverb "acoustically" is used to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to specify that an action, quality, or manner is connected to sound or acoustics. It describes how something is done or its properties concerning sound.

Examples

• The concert hall was acoustically perfect, allowing every note to be heard clearly.
• This material is acoustically transparent, meaning sound passes through it without distortion.
• The engineer treated the room acoustically to reduce echo.
• The two buildings are acoustically isolated from each other.

Advanced Usage

• Acoustically coupled: Describes devices connected by sound waves through a medium (like air), rather than by a direct electrical or physical connection. (e.g., Old modems were sometimes to telephones.)
• Acoustically based: Founded on or derived from principles of sound. (e.g., navigation is used by some animals.)

Variants and Related Words

• Acoustic (adjective): Relating to sound or the sense of hearing. (e.g., an guitar, an panel)
• Acoustics (noun - plural form treated as singular or plural):
  • The scientific study of sound.
  • The properties or qualities of a room or building that determine how sound is transmitted in it. (e.g., The acoustics of the theater are excellent.)

Synonyms

• Sonically
• Aurally (specifically relating to the ear or hearing)

Related Phrases

• Acoustically designed: Planned and created with specific sound properties in mind.
  • The studio was acoustically designed for recording classical music.
• Acoustically treated: Modified to improve its sound properties.
  • The home theater was acoustically treated with foam panels.

Adverb

1. with respect to acoustics
   • acoustically ill-equipped studios