What does mainly mean?
Mainly means Chiefly; for the most part..
Mainly
/ˈmeɪnli/ · adverb
Meaning
Chiefly; for the most part..
Definitions by Sense
- Chiefly; for the most part.
- (obsolete) Forcefully, vigorously.
- (obsolete) Of the production of a sound: loudly, powerfully.
- (obsolete) To a great degree; very much.
Example Sentences
She had Lord James' collar in one big fist and she pounded the table with the other and talked a blue streak. Nobody could make out plain what she said, for she was mainly jabbering Swede lingo, but there was English enough, of a kind, to give us some idee.
If you’re looking for the most breathable mask, Lukovics says, “Cotton is preferable, mainly for absorbing moisture/sweat.” She says multiple layers may be more protective but will also impact breathability.
Such breadth of ſhoulders as might mainely beare Olde Atlas burthen, […]
Mainly they all attonce vpon him laid, / And sore beset on euery side around […]
But in the end, mainly crying out, he fell to raling and wringing his master, upbraiding him that he was not a true Philosopher[…].
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for mainly?
Common synonyms include in the main, principally, energetically, powerfully.
What is the opposite of mainly?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use mainly in a sentence?
She had Lord James' collar in one big fist and she pounded the table with the other and talked a blue streak. Nobody could make out plain what she said, for she was mainly jabbering Swede lingo, but there was English enough, of a kind, to give us some idee.
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