The difference between Chiefly and First and foremost
When used as adverbs, chiefly means especially or primarily, whereas first and foremost means primarily.
Chiefly is also adjective with the meaning: of, or relating to a chief.
check bellow for the other definitions of Chiefly and First and foremost
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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
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First and foremost as an adverb (set phrase):
Primarily; most importantly.