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comparative more chiefly, superlative most chiefly
(focus) Especially or primarily; above all. examples
(focus) Mainly or principally; almost entirely. examples
comparative chieflier, superlative chiefliest
of or relating to a chief quotations examples
The maintenance of a perpetual fire came to be associated with chiefly or royal dignity.
1890, James George Frazer, The Golden Bough, volume 2, page 261