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Primarily vs Predominantly - What's the difference?

primarily | predominantly | Synonyms |

Predominantly is a synonym of primarily.



As adverbs the difference between primarily and predominantly

is that primarily is of a primary or central nature, first and foremost while predominantly is in a predominant manner. Most commonly or frequently by a large margin.

primarily

English

Adverb

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  • (focus) Of a primary or central nature, first and foremost

    • predominantly

    English

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • In a predominant manner. Most commonly or frequently by a large margin.
    • The membership is predominantly elderly, 90% are over age 60.
  • *
    • Both groups are predominantly confined to areas with warm to tropical climates

    Synonyms

    * primarily * principally