conceptually
adv. B2 Upper Intermediate US //kənˈsɛptʃuəɫi// UK //kənsˈɛptʃuːəli// con·cep·tu·al·ly
adv. in a way that relates to ideas rather than physical things. You use this when you are thinking about something in a general or abstract way.
adv. in a manner relating to ideas, theories, or mental processes rather than physical reality.
The two theories are conceptually different.
The new software is conceptually simple, but it takes a lot of time to master all the features.
While the two projects share a similar goal, they are conceptually distinct because one focuses on long-term sustainability while the other prioritizes immediate economic gains.