English-French translation for "chiefly"
"chiefly" French translation
chiefly {adverb}
chiefly {adv.} (also: mainly, principally)
Such treatment is chiefly inflicted with punishment or intimidation in mind.
The practice spread chiefly in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
It concerns sub-sectors which chiefly employ highly-qualified people.
However, pockets of instability and insecurity persist, chiefly in the east of the country.
The offences committed were chiefly offences against the individual and against property.
Synonyms
Synonyms (English) for "chiefly":
© Princeton Universityprincipally · primarily · mainly · in the main
Usage examples
Usage examples for "chiefly" in French
Similar words
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