/ˈbeɪsɪkli/
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Meaning
Used to say the most important thing simply, leaving the small details out.
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Word origin
From basic, from Latin basis meaning foundation, with the adverb ending -ly.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- basis
- English cognates
- base, basic
Examples
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"Basically" starts a short, simple summary.
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Here "basically" means in the most important ways.
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"Basically" says what someone is really like underneath.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 17, lesson 12: basically, punch, actor and 7 more words.