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Meaning of principally
The primary meaning of the word "principally" is to indicate that something is done or happens mainly or chiefly.
Etymology of principally
The word "principally" originates from the Latin words "princeps," meaning "first" or "chief," and the suffix "-ly," which forms an adverb
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to indicate something that is primary or main
Synonyms
mainly
chiefly
primarily
mostly
largely
especially
notably
predominantly
generally
usually
typically
commonly
basically
essentially
fundamentally
inherently
naturally
inherently
characteristically
distinctively
markedly
noticeably
obviously
patently
clearly
evidently
manifestly
ostensibly
apparently
seemingly
visibly
plainly
Definitions
- Used to indicate that something is done or happens mainly or chiefly
- * Used to indicate the primary or main reason for something
Usage Examples
- The company is principally engaged in the manufacture of electronics
- * The new policy is principally designed to reduce costs
- * The city is principally known for its historic architecture
Antonyms
secondarily
marginally
partially
incompletely
imperfectly
inadequately
insufficiently
minimally
slightly
barely
hardly
scarcely
infrequently
rarely
exceptionally
unusually
occasionally
indirectly
incidentally
peripherally
tangentially
remotely