mentally

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Definition

In or relating to the mind; intellectually or psychologically rather than physically.

Example Usage

I'm mentally exhausted after that presentation, even though it wasn't physically demanding.

Origin

From Latin 'mentalis,' derived from 'mens' meaning mind, entered English via Middle French.

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