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Wordabulary

approximately

Pronunciation
Adverb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

About or close to a certain number, not exact.

"The trip takes approximately three hours by car."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

Antonyms

exactly precisely

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Which word fits the gap? "The trip takes _____ three hours by car."

Answer: approximately

In your own words, what does "approximately" mean?

About or close to a certain number, not exact.

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