in the main

Thân thiện

He is interested in snakes in the main.

Definition

Adverb 1. For the most part; mostly; generally: Used to indicate that a statement is true in most cases or in general, though there may be exceptions.

Usage

The phrase "in the main" is used to qualify a statement, suggesting it applies broadly but not universally. It is a formal or literary alternative to "mostly" or "generally."

Examples

• The conference attendees were, in the main, experienced professionals.
• In the main, his arguments are sound, though I disagree on a few minor points.
• The reviews for the film were, in the main, very positive.

Advanced Usage

• "In the main" can often be replaced by "by and large" or "on the whole" without changing the meaning.
  • By and large (or On the whole), the project was a success.

Variants and Related Words

• Mainly (adv): For the most part; chiefly.
  • The team is mainly composed of engineers.
• Chiefly (adv): Above all; principally.
• Primarily (adv): For the most part; mainly.
• Predominantly (adv): Mainly; for the most part.

Synonyms

• Mostly
• Generally
• Largely
• Principally
• Usually

Antonyms

• Exceptionally
• Particularly
• Specifically
• Wholly
• Entirely

Học thuật

Adverb

1. without distinction of one from others
   • he is interested in snakes in general
2. for the most part
   • he is mainly interested in butterflies

Từ đồng nghĩa

• generally
• in general
• chiefly
• principally
• primarily
• mainly