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 judges all basically say the same, that Tatyana needs to push a little harder. — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2026

Major cultural centers where everything was OK, everything was allowed, and nightlife was basically endless. — Shaad D’souza, Pitchfork, 7 Oct. 2026

The bathroom, basically a block of marble, featured a freestanding MTI tub, a TV built into the lighted vanity mirror, and a separate shower stall stocked with Frederic Malle toiletries. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Bose Headphones Prime Day Deal Bose’s QuietComfort headphones are basically built around the idea that the outside world can wait. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 1a