Adverbs of Result and Viewpoint - Adverbs of Basis and Generality

These adverbs are used to show the foundation of a claim or opinion, or the range of its applicability, such as "basically", "inherently", "generally", etc.

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basically [adverb]

in a simple or fundamental manner, without concern for less important details

Ex: The new software is basically an upgraded version of the previous one , with improved features and enhanced security .

essentially [adverb]

used to emphasize the nature or most important aspects of a person or thing

Ex: His argument , essentially , revolves around the idea that economic stability is crucial for societal progress .

in essence [adverb]

in a manner that emphasizes the most important aspects or qualities of something

Ex: The novel , in essence , explores the complexities of human relationships and the search for identity .

fundamentally [adverb]

in a manner that refers to the essential aspects of something

Ex: The economic model was fundamentally flawed , as it failed to account for unpredictable market fluctuations .

foundationally [adverb]

in a manner that relates to the basic and essential principles or elements of something

Ex: Democracy is foundationally rooted in the principles of equality , justice , and individual freedoms .

literally [adverb]

in a manner that expresses what is really intended, without exaggeration

Ex: The warning sign " Beware of Dog " should be taken literally ; there is a large and protective guard dog on the premises .

naturally [adverb]

in a manner that is consistent with the characteristics or inherent tendencies of something

Ex: Children naturally gravitate towards activities that capture their curiosity and imagination .

by nature [adverb]

in a manner that refers to the inherent characteristic of a person, thing, or situation

Ex: Water molecules are attracted to each other by nature , creating surface tension .

primarily [adverb]

with a focus on the main aspects of a thing, situation, or person

Ex: His role in the project is primarily concerned with data analysis .

inherently [adverb]

in a manner that refers to the natural and essential characteristics of a person, thing, or situation

Ex: Some plants are inherently resilient , thriving in various environmental conditions .

intrinsically [adverb]

used to express the natural and essential part of a person, thing, or situation

Ex: Ethical behavior is intrinsically linked to a person 's values and principles .

per se [adverb]

used to describe something as it is, without comparing it to other things

Ex: The movie was n't a masterpiece per se , but it did have some noteworthy performances .

innately [adverb]

in a way that is natural or present from birth

Ex: Cats are innately territorial animals , marking their territory with scent glands .

particularly [adverb]

in a manner that emphasizes a specific aspect or detail

Ex: I enjoy reading , particularly mystery novels .

unnecessarily [adverb]

without a valid reason or purpose

Ex: The packaging of the product was unnecessarily elaborate , contributing to environmental waste .

needlessly [adverb]

without necessity or a valid reason

Ex: The bureaucracy in the system led to needlessly prolonged approval processes .

specifically [adverb]

only for one certain type of person or thing

Ex: She requested a room with a view of the ocean specifically for her morning meditation .

generally [adverb]

in a way that is true in most cases

Ex: She 's generally punctual , though today she 's late .

in general [adverb]

in a manner that applies to the majority of situations, things, or people without specific details or exceptions

Ex: In general , exercise is beneficial for maintaining good health .

generically [adverb]

in a broad way, lacking unique characteristics or specific details

Ex: In the restaurant , the menu item was listed generically as " vegetarian pasta " without specifying the ingredients .

broadly [adverb]

in a general or approximate way, without going into precise detail

Ex: Broadly , the plan succeeded in its goals despite a few setbacks .

overall [adverb]

with everyone or everything included

Ex: The company 's financial performance was overall satisfactory , although there were fluctuations in certain quarters .

at large [adverb]

in a general manner, without specific limitations

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popularly [adverb]

in a way that is widely favored or recognized by a large number of people

Ex: The dish is popularly ordered at the restaurant for its unique blend of flavors .

alternatively [adverb]

as a second choice or another possibility

Ex: The meeting can be scheduled for Monday , or alternatively , on Wednesday to accommodate everyone 's availability .

Adverbs of Result and Viewpoint
Adverbs of Result	Adverbs of Positive Results	Adverbs of Negative Results	Adverbs of Range
Adverbs of Domain	Adverbs of Certainty	Adverbs of Uncertainty	Adverbs of Basis and Generality
Adverbs of Fact-Based Viewpoints	Adverbs of Personal Viewpoints	Conjunctive Adverbs