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Definition basically in British English

basically adverb

adverb
/ˈbeɪsɪkli/
1

used for saying that you are talking about the most important aspects of something and not mentioning the specific details

Example

The book is basically a love story.

Example

Basically, their goal is to promote healthier eating habits.

Synonyms and related words
essentially importantly basically
2

used for emphasizing the most important point or idea in what you are saying

Example

Basically, you should have asked me first.

Synonyms and related words
essentially importantly basically
Definition basically in British English