Chiefly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtʃiːf.li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Chiefly is an adverb meaning (focus) Especially or primarily; above all.
Meaning
(focus) Especially or primarily; above all.
More Meanings
- (focus) Mainly or principally; almost entirely.
- Of or relating to a chief.
Example Sentences
Their relationship is chiefly professional.
This is a term chiefly used by online gamers.
The maintenance of a perpetual fire came to be associated with chiefly or royal dignity.
But questions presisted^([sic]), chiefly because of the acknowledged and continuing Federal investigation of Mr. Mandel's wealthy friends, W. Dale Hess and Harry W. Rogers 3d, who have profited from business with the state.
Word Forms
- chieflier
- chiefliest
Synonyms for chiefly
Depending on context, synonyms include particularly, largely, primarily, principally, mainly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mainly, primarily, principally, mostly, predominately, preponderantly.
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