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

In Arizona and other states, unlike many states back east where attorneys’ opinions basically insure the title, the opinion of the title company is the only opinion that counts. —Christopher A. Combs, AZCentral.com, 9 Dec. 2025

So basically, Paulson was playing British actress Audrey Tindall, who was in turn playing the reenactment version of Shelby Miller. —Tom Smyth, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025

And then of course, that scene is basically the movie, too. —Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 8 Dec. 2025

The hours are lousy; the pay isn't great, My business is basically carryin' freight! —David Pogue, CBS News, 7 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 1a