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basally

 

[ ˈbeɪsəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

general use

The term 'basally' is used to indicate the fundamental or foundational aspect of a concept or situation. It suggests a basic level of understanding or importance, often used to summarize or clarify. In discussions, it can provide a simplified perspective, stripping away complexities to present a core idea.

Synonyms

basically, essentially, fundamentally, primarily.

Examples of usage

  • Basally, the theory suggests that all living organisms are interconnected.
  • Basally, you need to understand the rules before you can break them.
  • The project is, basally, about improving community engagement.
  • Basally, this means we need to reconsider our strategy for market entry.

Translations

Translations of the word "basally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 basicamente

🇮🇳 मूल रूप से

🇩🇪 grundsätzlich

🇮🇩 pada dasarnya

🇺🇦 в основному

🇵🇱 zasadniczo

🇯🇵 基本的に

🇫🇷 en gros

🇪🇸 básicamente

🇹🇷 temelde

🇰🇷 기본적으로

🇸🇦 أساسيًا

🇨🇿 základně

🇸🇰 základne

🇨🇳 基本上

🇸🇮 osnovno

🇮🇸 grunnleggjandi

🇰🇿 негізінен

🇬🇪 ბაზისდაბადებული

🇦🇿 əsasən

🇲🇽 básicamente

Etymology

The word 'basally' is derived from the adjective 'basic', which has roots in the late Latin word 'basicus', meaning 'of or relating to a base or basis'. The term eventually evolved in the English language to indicate something that is foundational or essential. The adverbial form 'basally' started to appear in modern English as usage expanded, particularly in academic and technical writing where clarity and simplicity are valued. Over time, 'basally' has found its way into everyday language, often used to encapsulate complex ideas into simpler terms. This shift reflects a broader trend in English towards informal usage and the need for clear communication in various contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,465, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.