The difference between By and large and Chiefly
When used as adverbs, by and large means mostly, generally, 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 By and large and Chiefly
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By and large as an adverb (set phrase, focus):
mostly, generally; with few exceptions
Examples:
"It was, by and large, an unexceptional presentation."
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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