Simple meaning
What does Approximately mean?
Approximately means about, not exactly.
Dictionary definition
close to an exact number or amount, but not exact.
Example sentences
Approximately in a sentence
easy
The chart helped us understand approximately in a clear way.
medium
In class discussion, we used approximately to compare the results.
hard
The reading passage used approximately to explain changes in amount and degree.
Synonyms
Words like Approximately
greatlyClose in meaning in many contexts.
slowlyClose in meaning in many contexts.
Antonyms
Opposite words
barelyHelpful contrast for meaning.
slightlyHelpful contrast for meaning.
Word family
Approximately word family
Base word
approximately
adverb
approximately
Base form.
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What does approximately mean?
APPROXIMATELY means approximately means about, not exactly.
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