basically

adverb

ba·​si·​cal·​ly ˈbā-si-k(ə-)lē 

 also  -zi-

1

a

: at a basic level : in fundamental disposition or nature

basically correct

basically, they are simple people

b

: for the most part

they basically play zone defense

2

: in a basic manner : simply

live basically

Synonyms

• altogether
• by and large
• chiefly
• generally
• largely
• mainly
• mostly
• overall
• predominantly
• primarily
• principally
• substantially

Examples of basically in a Sentence

your answer is basically correct

Recent Examples on the Web

Northern Gaza, which again faces intense military combat and mass evacuation orders, is basically inaccessible, the group said. —NBC News, 11 Oct. 2024

After Billy’s body passes into oblivion — which may, or may not, have been Mephisto’s doing — his soul basically attached itself to another random kid. —Adam B. Vary, Variety, 10 Oct. 2024

The players' stories are inspiring and a great testament to the evolving role of fatherhood today in a world where everyone's lives are basically be on display. —Kimanzi Constable, Parents, 10 Oct. 2024

The boards and finance committees responsible for managing synagogues’ money, meanwhile, may feel bound by their fiduciary duty — basically, their oath to responsibly manage investments. —Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 1a