Physical meaning

What does “physical” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“physical” is an adjective with 7 meanings. Its most common meaning is: involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit.

physical

involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit
“physical exercise”
“physical suffering”
Oppositesmental
relating to the sciences dealing with matter and energy; especially physics
“physical sciences”
“physical laws”
having substance or material existence; perceptible to the senses
“a physical manifestation”
“surrounded by tangible objects”
according with material things or natural laws (other than those peculiar to living matter)
“a reflex response to physical stimuli”
characterized by energetic bodily activity
“a very physical dance performance”
impelled by physical force especially against resistance
“forcible entry”
“a real cop would get physical”
Synonymsforcible strong-arm
concerned with material things
“physical properties”
“the physical characteristics of the earth”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University