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Tie the ribbon loosely.
What does Loosely mean?
Loosely means not tightly or not exactly.
Dictionary definition
In a way that is not tight, exact, or strictly controlled.
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The story was loosely based on a real event.
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The speaker used the term loosely, so the meaning was not exact.
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What does loosely mean?
Loosely means not tightly or not exactly.
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Which word is closest in meaning to loosely?
Roughly is close in meaning to loosely.
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WordLoosely.
Partadverb.
MeaningLoosely means not tightly or not exactly.
ExampleExample: Tie the ribbon loosely.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- loos · lee
- Strongest beat
- loos
- Ending
- lee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on loos.
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Synonyms
Words like Loosely
lightlynot tightly or strongly
roughlynot exactly
Antonyms
Opposite words
tightlyin a firm or close way
exactlywith complete precision
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Loosely means not tightly or not exactly.
Common mix-up
Loosely is not the same as tightly. Loosely means loosely means not tightly or not exactly.
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