The difference between Basically and Generally

When used as adverbs, basically means in a fundamental, essential or basic manner, whereas generally means popularly or widely.


check bellow for the other definitions of Basically and Generally

  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. Generally as an adverb:

    Popularly or widely.

    Examples:

    "It is generally known that the Earth is round."

  2. Generally as an adverb:

    As a rule; usually.

    Examples:

    "I generally have a walk in the afternoon."

  3. Generally as an adverb:

    Without reference to specific details.

    Examples:

    "'Generally speaking …"

  4. Generally as an adverb (obsolete):

    Collectively; as a whole; without omissions.