- pronunciation:
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
close in amount to the actual amount, but not exact.
The approximate distance between New York and California is 3000 miles.- synonyms:
- near
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| definition 2: |
guessed at, but with enough knowledge to make a pretty good guess; estimated.
The mechanic told us the approximate cost to repair the car.What is the approximate time that you will arrive?- antonyms:
- exact, precise
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| derivation: |
approximately (adv.) |
Word Builder: approximate +
- approximately:
almost exactly; about.