CEFR B1

basically

adverb

Meaning

In a fundamental or simple way; at its most basic level.

Examples

Basically, the project is about improving communication.
The movie is basically a love story with a twist.

Synonyms: essentially, fundamentally, in essence, at its core

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basically (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: ˈbeɪsɪkli

Definition

In a fundamental or simple way; at its most basic level.

Examples

Basically, the project is about improving communication.
The movie is basically a love story with a twist.
He was basically saying that he didn't agree.

How to Use basically

basically say (collocation): To state the main point or essence of something. — "He basically said he was tired of the excuses."
basically mean (collocation): To express the fundamental idea or intention. — "This basically means we have to start over."
basically about (collocation): To be primarily concerned with or related to a particular subject. — "The whole argument is basically about who is right."

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