The difference between Chiefly and Principally
When used as adverbs, chiefly means especially or primarily, whereas principally means in a primary manner.
Chiefly is also adjective with the meaning: of, or relating to a chief.
check bellow for the other definitions of Chiefly and Principally
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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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Principally as an adverb:
In a primary manner; pertaining to the principal of a matter.