NOTIONALLY

Etymology

Adverb

notionally (not comparable)

In a notional, imaginary or speculative sense; in theory.

Source: Wiktionary

No"tion*al*ly, adv.

Definition: In mental apprehension; in conception; not in reality. Two faculties . . . notionally or really distinct. Norris.

NOTIONAL

No"tion*al, a.

1. Consisting of, or conveying, notions or ideas; expressing abstract conceptions.

2. Existing in idea only; visionary; whimsical. Discourses of speculative and notional things. Evelyn.

3. Given to foolish or visionary expectations; whimsical; fanciful; as, a notional man.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition