essentially
adv. sent.adv. used when you want to talk about the most important or basic part of something. It helps you ignore small details and focus on the main truth.
adv. used to emphasize the fundamental nature or core characteristic of a person, thing, or situation. It functions as a focus marker to highlight the most significant aspect while disregarding peripheral details.
The two plans are essentially the same.
While the interface looks different, the underlying software remains essentially unchanged from the previous version.
The debate was essentially a conflict between those who prioritized economic growth and those who advocated for environmental preservation.
From essential + -ly.
Typically functions as a sentence adverb or a focus adverb; it can be placed at the beginning of a sentence or before the main verb.