BASICALLY


Meaning of BASICALLY in English

[adverb] [not gradable]Basically is used when referring to the main or most important characteristic or feature of something.My job is basically to make sure that the computer system keeps working properly.Basically, (= The most important thing is that) they want a lot more information about the project before they will put any money into it.His lawyer described him as a basically decent man whose desperate circumstances had driven him to shoplifting."So what's the difference between these two TVs?" "Well, they're basically the same, but the more expensive one comes with a remote control."The car's basically sound (= in good condition), but the paintwork needs a bit of attention.The village has remained basically unchanged for over 300 years.

Cambridge English vocab.      Кембриджский английский словарь.