1. in a way that relates to or provides tone, strength, or vigor
Usage: medical; fitness
2. in a way that relates to musical tone or tonality
Usage: music theory

Examples

• The herb works tonically to strengthen the immune system.
• Exercise affects the muscles tonically, improving overall strength.
• The medication acts tonically on the cardiovascular system.
• The composition moves tonically through several key centers.
• Her voice training helped her sing more tonically accurate intervals.
• The spa treatment works tonically to rejuvenate tired skin.