basically

Definition

  • adverb: in a general or basic way
  • adverb: at a 'basic' level
  • used to say that something is true or correct as a general statement even if it is not entirely true or correct

Examples

  • There are a few boring parts, but 'basically' [='generally, for the most part'], it's a very good book.

  • There are 'basically' two types of people: those who like chocolate and those who don't.

  • You're 'basically' [='fundamentally'] correct, but there's something you don't know.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Okay, caution. There is a dangerous smell people. Hold on. What is that? This is Disgust. She basically keeps Riley from being poison, physically and socially. That is not brightly colored. Or shaped like a dinosaur. Hold on guys. It's broccoli! (..)
    2015 Inside Out