The difference between Mainly and Usually

When used as adverbs, mainly means forcefully, vigorously, whereas usually means most of the time.

check bellow for the other definitions of Mainly and Usually

  1. Mainly as an adverb (obsolete):

    Forcefully, vigorously.

  2. Mainly as an adverb (obsolete):

    Of the production of a sound: loudly, powerfully.

  3. Mainly as an adverb (obsolete):

    To a great degree; very much.

  4. Mainly as an adverb:

    Chiefly; for the most part.

  1. Usually as an adverb:

    Most of the time; less than always, but more than occasionally.

    Examples:

    "Except for one or two days a year, he usually walks to work."

  2. Usually as an adverb:

    Under normal conditions.

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