essentially

adverb B2 Neutral

Meaning

Essentially means fundamentally or in essence, indicating the most important aspect of something without additional details.

💡 A common mistake is to confuse "essentially" with "essential," which is an adjective; "essentially" should be used to modify verbs or entire clauses.

Example Sentences

Is this product essentially the same as the previous model ?

It ’ s essentially the same thing , just with a different name .

The project is essentially finished , but some details need checking .

The report is essentially accurate , despite minor errors found .

Word in Context

I wake up at seven and follow a short morning routine to prepare for work . This routine is essentially a list of simple tasks : making coffee , reading the news , and checking my plan for the day . I have been keeping this order for months because it stops me from feeling rushed . After the quiet hour I can focus better and make small , clear decisions about my priorities . By nine I feel calm and ready to start meetings or to finish important tasks .

Common Phrases

essentially the same essentially different essentially important

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