The difference between Chiefly and For the most part
When used as adverbs, chiefly means especially or primarily, whereas for the most part means mostly.
Chiefly is also adjective with the meaning: of, or relating to a chief.
check bellow for the other definitions of Chiefly and For the most part
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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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For the most part as an adverb (idiomatic):
Mostly; in general; usually
Examples:
"She talked about her kids, for the most part."