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Synonyms of nearly

9 similar words

Another word for nearly is almost. Other synonyms of nearly are near, virtually, practically, nigh and well-nigh.

Synonyms and similar words for nearly

adverbIn close approximation; almost, virtually.

environ obsoleteAlmost, nearly.

adverbMore synonyms

almostVery close to, but not quite.
nighAlmost, nearly.
well-nighAlmost, nearly.
nearNearly; almost.
close toApproximately.
next toAlmost; nearly, well-nigh.
practicallyAlmost completely; almost entirely.
virtuallyAlmost but not quite.

Meaning of nearly

adverb In close approximation; almost, virtually.
adverb With great scrutiny; carefully.
adverb With close relation; intimately.

Full definition of nearly

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Questions about synonyms of nearly

What is another word for nearly?: Nearly has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as almost, near, virtually, practically, nigh and well-nigh.
What does nearly mean?: Nearly means in close approximation; almost, virtually.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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