The difference between Generally and Ordinarily

When used as adverbs, generally means popularly or widely, whereas ordinarily means in accordance with normal custom or routine.


check bellow for the other definitions of Generally and Ordinarily

  1. Generally as an adverb:

    Popularly or widely.

    Examples:

    "It is generally known that the Earth is round."

  2. Generally as an adverb:

    As a rule; usually.

    Examples:

    "I generally have a walk in the afternoon."

  3. Generally as an adverb:

    Without reference to specific details.

    Examples:

    "'Generally speaking …"

  4. Generally as an adverb (obsolete):

    Collectively; as a whole; without omissions.

  1. Ordinarily as an adverb (obsolete):

    In accordance with normal custom or routine; as a matter of established occurrence.

  2. Ordinarily as an adverb:

    Usually or as a general rule; commonly.

    Examples:

    "'Ordinarily I go to the match on a Saturday."

  3. Ordinarily as an adverb:

    In the usual manner; unexceptionally.

    Examples:

    "The man was ordinarily dressed."