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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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Categorized Adverbs of Result and Viewpoint
basically
basically
[Adverb]

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

Ex: She explained the complex scientific concept in a way that anyone could understand, breaking it down to basically illustrate its core principles. 
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essentially
essentially
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The new smartphone model is essentially an upgraded version of its predecessor, featuring improved performance and additional features. 
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in essence
in essence
[Adverb]

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

Ex: In essence, the project aims to address environmental sustainability by promoting renewable energy sources. 
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fundamentally

in a manner that refers to the essential aspects of something

Ex: The success of a healthy relationship is fundamentally built on trust, communication, and mutual respect. 
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foundationally

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

Ex: The education system needs to be foundationally restructured to address the changing needs of the workforce. 
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literally
literally
[Adverb]

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

Ex: Her excitement was so intense that she literally jumped up and down when she received the award. 
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naturally
naturally
[Adverb]

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

Ex: Cats naturally groom themselves by licking their fur with their tongues. 
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by nature
by nature
[Adverb]

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

Ex: Cats are independent by nature. 
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primarily
primarily
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The company's decision-making process is primarily focused on customer satisfaction. 
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inherently
inherently
[Adverb]

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

Ex: Cats are inherently curious creatures, often exploring their surroundings with great interest. 
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intrinsically

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

Ex: Trust is intrinsically important in building strong and lasting relationships. 
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per se
per se
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The comment wasn't offensive per se, but it did raise eyebrows due to its tone. 
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innately
innately
[Adverb]

in a way that is natural or present from birth

Ex: Some people are innately compassionate, always showing empathy towards others. 
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particularly
particularly
[Adverb]

in a manner that emphasizes a specific aspect or detail

Ex: She enjoyed all genres of music, but she was particularly fond of classical compositions. 
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unnecessarily

without a valid reason or purpose

Ex: She apologized for taking up the professor's time unnecessarily during the office hours. 
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needlessly
needlessly
[Adverb]

without necessity or a valid reason

Ex: The debate continued needlessly as both parties failed to find common ground. 
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specifically
specifically
[Adverb]

only for one certain type of person or thing

Ex: The chef specifically crafted a menu for guests with dietary restrictions. 
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generally
generally
[Adverb]

in a way that is true in most cases

Ex: The weather is generally mild in spring. 
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in general
in general
[Adverb]

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

Ex: In general, cats are known for their independent nature. 
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generically
generically
[Adverb]

in a broad way, lacking unique characteristics or specific details

Ex: The store sells products labeled generically as "household essentials." 
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broadly
broadly
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The two candidates broadly agree on most economic issues. 
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overall
overall
[Adverb]

with everyone or everything included

Ex: He felt overall satisfied with his performance in the exam, despite a few mistakes. 
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at large
at large
[Adverb]

in a general manner, without specific limitations

Ex: The conference aimed to address environmental issues at large, not just focusing on specific regions. 
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popularly
popularly
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The song was popularly known for its catchy melody and lyrics. 
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alternatively

as a second choice or another possibility

Ex: If you prefer not to drive, you can alternatively take the train to the city. 
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