What is another word for basically?

Common synonyms for basically include essentially, fundamentally.

What is the opposite of basically?

Antonyms of basically include specifically, precisely, exactly, particularly, explicitly.

Synonyms for

Basically

Verb / ˈbeɪsɪkli: / Another word for basically — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a basic or fundamental manner; essentially

Synonyms & similar words

essentially fundamentally essentially fundamentally primarily mainly chiefly mostly largely overall generally substantially predominantly

Synonyms by register

Formal

fundamentally essentially principally primarily

Informal

pretty much like you know sort of

Literary

at heart in essence

Antonyms

specifically precisely exactly particularly explicitly distinctly

Common collocations

basically means
basically the same
basically it is
basically speaking
basically asking
basically saying
basically the idea

Word family

adverb basically

Usage note

Often used as a filler word in informal speech. In formal writing, it can sometimes weaken the argument by oversimplifying. Consider using more precise language when appropriate.