Loosely: meaning, definitions and examples
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loosely
[ หluหsli ]
used in a relaxed or informal way
In a way that is not tightly or firmly fixed in place; in a relaxed manner. Used to describe something that is done without strict rules or restrictions.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He held the rope loosely in his hand.
- She followed the guidelines loosely, adding her own creative touch to the project.
used to indicate approximation
In a way that is not exact or precise; with some degree of inaccuracy. Used to describe an estimated or rough calculation.
Synonyms
approximately, broadly, roughly
Examples of usage
- He estimated the weight of the bag loosely to be around 10 kilograms.
- The timeline for completion was loosely set for the end of the month.
Translations
Translations of the word "loosely" in other languages:
๐ต๐น vagamente
๐ฎ๐ณ เคขเฅเคฒเคพ เคขเคเค เคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช locker
๐ฎ๐ฉ longgar
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒัะปัะฝะพ
๐ต๐ฑ luลบno
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใ
๐ซ๐ท librement
๐ช๐ธ libremente
๐น๐ท gevลekรงe
๐ฐ๐ท ๋์จํ๊ฒ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุดูู ูุถูุงุถ
๐จ๐ฟ volnฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ voฤพne
๐จ๐ณ ๆพๆฃๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ ohlapno
๐ฎ๐ธ lauslega
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑะพั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแคแแแขแฃแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sษrbษst
๐ฒ๐ฝ libremente
Word origin
The word 'loosely' originates from the Middle English word 'lousliche', which meant in a loose manner. Over time, the spelling and pronunciation evolved to become 'loosely'. The concept of looseness or lack of tightness has been associated with the word throughout its history.
Word Frequency Rank
Position #8,007 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.
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