Basically and Per se

Basically

Basically adverb - For the most part.

Per se and basically are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Per se" instead an adverb "Basically".

Nearby Words: basic, basics

Per se

Per se adverb - With respect to its inherent nature.
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Synonyms for Per se

Basically and per se are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Basically" instead an adverb phrase "Per se".

Both terms in one sentence

  • Sewing Circle contains examples of: Gossipy Hens: More boasting than gossip, per se, but yeah, the sewing circle is basically this.
  • She isn't quite a hitman per se, since her assignments are only hits on Youma, but that's basically the same thing.
  • Serenade Your Lover Although he doesn't sing per se, this is basically what Lloyd is doing standing outside Diane's window with a boombox in Say Anything....
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