B2adverbtechnologywork
US/ɪˌlekˈtrɑːn.ɪ.kə.li/
UK/ɪˌlekˈtrɒn.ɪ.kə.li/
by using electronic equipment, computers or the internet
In context
You can submit your application electronically before Friday.
The documents were stored electronically, so nothing was lost in the fire.
Tickets are sent electronically, so you do not need to print them.
Words that go with electronically
verb + adverb
- send electronicallyPlease send the form electronically.
- submit electronicallyApplications must be submitted electronically.
- store electronicallyAll records are stored electronically.
- pay electronicallyMost customers now pay electronically.
adverb + adjective
- electronically controlledThe doors are electronically controlled.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Send me the file by electronically.Correct: Send me the file electronically.