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Word: Prosaically

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: "Prosaically" means doing something in a simple, straightforward, and practical way, without any excitement or imagination. It often describes actions that are ordinary or mundane, lacking in creativity or flair.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "prosaically" when you want to describe actions or thoughts that are very practical or ordinary.
• It is often used in contexts where something could be more imaginative or creative, but it is approached in a very matter-of-fact way.

Example:

• "Instead of dreaming about grand adventures, she prosaically focused on her daily chores."

Advanced Usage:

• In more complex sentences, you can use "prosaically" to contrast with more imaginative or poetic actions. For example:
  • "The artist prosaically painted the landscape, choosing to depict reality rather than fantasizing about a mystical scene."

Word Variants:

• The word "prosaic" is the adjective form, which means lacking in imagination or creativity. For example:
  • "His prosaic writing style did not engage the readers."

Different Meanings:

• "Prosaic" can also reflect a sense of dullness or lack of interest, whereas "prosaically" specifically refers to the manner in which something is done.

Synonyms:

• Mundanely
• Dully
• Practically
• Ordinary
• Matter-of-factly

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• While there aren’t specific idioms that include "prosaically," you might encounter expressions like "going through the motions," which conveys a similar idea of doing something without passion or imagination.

Summary:

• Remember that "prosaically" is used to describe actions taken in a very ordinary, practical, and often uninspired way.

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Adverb

1. in a matter-of-fact manner
   • I applied my attention prosaically to my routine

Synonyms

• unimaginatively