Essentially

11 lettersadverbcommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

In a fundamental or basic way, relating to the most important aspects. Used to emphasise the fundamental nature or truth of something.

“The two proposals are essentially the same despite superficial differences.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ɪˈsɛnʃ(ə)li/

Syllables

es·sen·tial·ly

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Synonyms

fundamentallybasically primarilyintrinsically

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Wordle

Contains four E's and two L's. Watch for the double S pattern and -IALLY ending.

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Scrabble

Worth 13 points base value. The Y (4 points) and double S offer moderate scoring potential.

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