chiefly — Mainly or mostly; above all other considerations. Used to indicate the primary or most important aspect of something.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: Mainly or mostly; above all other considerations. Used to indicate the primary or most important aspect of something.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtʃiːf.li/
Example Sentences
- My diet consists chiefly of pizza and regret.
- The meeting was chiefly about complaining about previous meetings.
- The research focuses chiefly on climate change effects.
chiefly
ADVERB[/ˈtʃiːf.li/]
Mainly or mostly; above all other considerations. Used to indicate the primary or most important aspect of something.
Mainly or mostly; above all other considerations. Used to indicate the primary or most important aspect of something.
First glance briefly, then look deeply - chiefly what matters!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'chief' meaning 'head' or 'leader', with the English adverb suffix '-ly' added. The idea developed from what a chief does being the 'main' or 'primary' activity.
Breakdown
chief (head/leader) + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in the manner of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My diet consists chiefly of pizza and regret.”
“The meeting was chiefly about complaining about previous meetings.”
“The research focuses chiefly on climate change effects.”
“She is chiefly responsible for marketing strategies.”
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