BODILY Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

bodily

adjective

ˈbä-də-lē

Definition of bodily

as in physical

of or relating to the human body the old man suffered from a number of bodily ailments

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Recent Examples of bodily His bond was set for the two charges of child neglect without great bodily harm at $5000, and a judge ordered him to stay away from the children. — Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026 In other words, bodily injuries served as a benchmark for the overall number of emergency department cases seen in the area. — Ilan Shrira, The Conversation, 13 Oct. 2026 Plus, the body can convert beta-carotene into vitamin A, which supports normal vision, immune function and other bodily processes. — Jo Ann Liguori, Flow Space, 12 Oct. 2026 He was charged with assault, suspicion of grievous bodily harm and possession of an offensive weapon. — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 12 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bodily

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physical

Adjective

Habits are usually paired with physical or emotional cues, and disrupting those cues can disrupt the habit.

— Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
There was also a physical dispute between Parillo and Amy Helm after her removal, during which police were called to LHS in Woodstock.

— Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 20 Oct. 2026

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boding

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