The difference between Basically and Chiefly
When used as adverbs, basically means in a fundamental, essential or basic manner, whereas chiefly means especially or primarily.
Chiefly is also adjective with the meaning: of, or relating to a chief.
check bellow for the other definitions of Basically and Chiefly
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Basically as an adverb:
in a fundamental, essential or basic manner
Examples:
"They've added some fancy features, but it's basically still a car."
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Basically as an adverb:
mostly; generally; for the most part
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Basically as an adverb:
Examples:
"I shouldn't have done it, basically."
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Chiefly as an adverb (focus):
Especially or primarily; above all.
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Chiefly as an adverb (focus):
Mainly or principally; almost entirely.
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Chiefly as an adjective:
of, or relating to a chief