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

The centers collect revenue and basically deposit their tax revenue to the state and local governments without collateral effects such as larger class sizes and oppressive gridlock. — Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 11 Nov. 2026

Just like for presidents, saying that someone has been impeached is basically a formal accusation, not a conviction. — Meg Kinnard, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026

Getz basically used a one-man rotation in the postseason in Sean Burke, and Burke will be the anchor again in 2027. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026

In one early Supreme Court case, one justice described it as basically a concession to Southern states seeking to limit federal taxation of their land and enslaved people. — Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 10 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 1a