1. in a manner relating to or producing heat or calories
Usage: technical; formal

Examples

• The fuel burns calorifically, releasing significant energy.
• Foods are ranked calorifically based on their energy content per gram.
• The material performs calorifically well in high-temperature applications.
• Different carbohydrates vary calorifically in their nutritional value.
• The reaction proceeded calorifically, generating substantial heat.