The difference between Ordinarily and Usually

When used as adverbs, ordinarily means in accordance with normal custom or routine, whereas usually means most of the time.


check bellow for the other definitions of Ordinarily and Usually

  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."

  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.