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

  1. 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."

  2. Basically as an adverb:

    mostly; generally; for the most part

  3. Basically as an adverb:

    Examples:

    "I shouldn't have done it, basically."

  1. Chiefly as an adverb (focus):

    Especially or primarily; above all.

  2. Chiefly as an adverb (focus):

    Mainly or principally; almost entirely.

  1. Chiefly as an adjective:

    of, or relating to a chief