Meaning of the word remotely in English

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

remotely

US /rɪˈmoʊt.li/

UK /rɪˈməʊt.li/

from a distance; by means of remote control.

Example:

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He controls the drone remotely from his tablet.

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The system can be monitored remotely.

Synonym:

distantly afar from afar

to a very small degree; slightly.

Example:

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I'm not even remotely interested in that topic.

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There's no chance, not even remotely, that he'll agree.

Synonym:

slightly hardly scarcely barely minimally

Related Word:

remote remote control remote sensing