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

  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

  1. First and foremost as an adverb (set phrase):

    Primarily; most importantly.