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Ordinarily vs Chiefly - What's the difference?

ordinarily | chiefly |

As adverbs the difference between ordinarily and chiefly

is that ordinarily is in accordance with normal custom or routine; as a matter of established occurrence while chiefly is especially or primarily; above all.

As an adjective chiefly is

of, or relating to a chief.

ordinarily

English

Adverb

(-)
  • (obsolete) In accordance with normal custom or routine; as a matter of established occurrence.
  • *, II.19:
    • It is ordinarily seene how good intentions, being managed without moderation, thrust men into most vicious effects.
  • Usually or as a general rule; commonly.
  • In the usual manner; unexceptionally.

    • chiefly

    English

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • (focus) especially or primarily; above all
  • (focus) mainly or principally; almost entirely

    • Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • of, or relating to a chief
    • English focus adverbs