The difference between Basically and Fundamentally

When used as adverbs, basically means in a fundamental, essential or basic manner, whereas fundamentally means in a fundamental or basic sense.


check bellow for the other definitions of Basically and Fundamentally

  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. Fundamentally as an adverb:

    In a fundamental or basic sense; reaching the very core of the matter.