essentially
//ɪˈsen.ʃəl.i//
Adverb
essentiallyCanonical form
1
In essence; fundamentally; at the most basic or important level.
The two proposals are essentially the same.
2
Used to emphasize the basic, fundamental, or intrinsic quality of a person, thing, or situation.
The two proposals are essentially the same.
3
For the most part; basically; virtually.
The two products are essentially the same.