The meaning of BASICALLY is at a basic level : in fundamental disposition or nature. How to use basically in a sentence.

1. In a basic way; fundamentally or essentially: Throughout the ordeal, he remained basically the same. 2. For the most part; chiefly: They basically do what they are supposed to.

Basically, (= the most important thing is that) they want a lot more information about the project before they'll put any money into it. "So what's the difference between these two TVs?" "Well, they're …

You use basically for emphasis when you are stating an opinion, or when you are making an important statement about something.

There are a few boring parts, but basically [= generally, for the most part], it's a very good book. She's basically a good kid. You're basically [= fundamentally] correct, but there's something you don't know.

/ˈbeɪsɪk (ə)li/ /ˈbeɪsɪkli/ IPA guide Definitions of basically adverb in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature “He is basically dishonest”

Dec 30, 2025 · basically (comparative more basically, superlative most basically) In a fundamental, essential or basic manner. They've added some fancy features, but it's basically still a crappy car. …