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Approximately

Adverb / ʌˈprɑ:ksʌmʌtli: / Another word for approximately — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Almost, but not completely; about.

Synonyms & similar words

roughly some around about about nearly roughly around circa almost approaching practically some

Synonyms by register

Formal

roughly around about circa

Informal

sort of kind of ish give or take

Literary

approaching nigh

Antonyms

exact precise accurate specific definite certain

Common collocations

  • approximately equal
  • approximately half
  • approximately the same
  • approximately 10
  • approximately 50%
  • approximately correct
  • approximately 200

Word family

adverb approximately

Usage note

This adverb indicates that a number or amount is close to the stated figure but not exact. It is generally used in neutral or formal contexts.

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Example sentences

  1. The trip takes approximately two hours.
  2. She was approximately 10 years old.
  3. The box weighs approximately 5 pounds.
  4. The movie starts at approximately 7 pm.
  5. The temperature is approximately 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Quotes

  • "The truth is rarely pure and never simple." - Oscar Wilde, The Importance of Being Earnest. Approximately.
  • "I'm not superstitious, but I am a little stitious." - Michael Scott. Approximately.
  • "In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on." - Robert Frost. Approximately.

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