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Updated June 2026
Used to show that something is almost, but not completely, accurate or exact. Approximately indicates rough estimates or close approximations rather than precise measurements.
“The journey takes approximately two hours by train, depending on traffic and connections.”
/əˈprɒk.sɪ.mət.li/
ap·prox·i·mate·ly
Contains 'APPROXIMATE' base with multiple vowels; 'LY' adverb ending
Strong 13-letter word with 'X' worth 8 points and 'Y' for bonus; quantitative term
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