Meaning of the word nominally in English

What does nominally mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

nominally

US /ˈnɑː.mə.nəl.i/
UK /ˈnɒm.ɪ.nəl.i/

Adverb

in name or thought but not in fact, or not as things really are:

Example:
The province is nominally independent.