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nearly Definition and Meaning in English (nearly definition)

adverb
Synonyms:almostapproximatelyvirtually
Quick Answer • Definition

Nearly definition: This adverb is used to express that something is very close to a particular state, amount, or time, but has not quite reached it.

Definitions of Nearly

  1. 1adverb

    This adverb is used to express that something is very close to a particular state, amount, or time, but has not quite reached it.

Example Sentences

“She nearly missed her flight.”

“It's nearly midnight.”

“The project is nearly finished.”

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Inflected Word Forms

nounnearness
adjectivenear

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

nearly alwayscollocation

almost always; on most occasions

nearly impossiblecollocation

almost impossible; extremely difficult

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What is the meaning of Nearly in English?▼
Nearly definition: This adverb is used to express that something is very close to a particular state, amount, or time, but has not quite reached it.
How do you translate 'Nearly' to English?▼
'Nearly' translates to 'nearly' in English. Nearly definition: This adverb is used to express that something is very close to a particular state, amount, or time, but has not quite reached it.
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