The difference between Actually and Essentially

When used as adverbs, actually means in act or in fact, whereas essentially means in an essential manner.


check bellow for the other definitions of Actually and Essentially

  1. Actually as an adverb (modal):

    In act or in fact; really; in truth; positively.

    Examples:

    "Actually, I had nothing to do with that incident."

  2. Actually as an adverb (obsolete):

    Actively.

    Examples:

    "Neither actually ... nor passively.'' — Fuller."

  1. Essentially as an adverb:

    in an essential manner; in essence