mainly
Translation
mainly, primarily, chiefly
Examples
The audience consisted mainly of students.
The audience consisted mainly of students.
I mainly watch films on my laptop.
I mainly watch films on my laptop.
Grammar Patterns
((mainly)) + [noun/verb phrase] more than anything else The population is mainly composed of young people.
Similar Words
Synonyms: primarily, chiefly, mostly, largely
Etymology
From 'main' + '-ly' (adverb-forming suffix). Meaning 'in the main part'.
Memory Tips
It tells you what the 'main' part or reason for something is.