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 of basically

• mostly
• mainly
• primarily
• largely
• chiefly
• predominantly
• generally
• principally

Examples of basically in a Sentence

your answer is basically correct

Recent Examples on the Web

There was basically no difference in earnings growth between rich and poor last month, according to Bank of America. — David Goldman, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026

Without oxygen-carrying blood, the tissue in the area basically dies. — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026

This is basically an even match, but Webflow gets the win thanks to slightly more cohesion. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 9 Aug. 2026

This concealer is a gem for skin with any type of texture or fine lines, which is basically everyone. — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 1a