Definition of nearly

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  • nearly is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • nearly is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • nearly is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of nearly

  • in a close manner (adverb)

    Examples

    1. the person most nearly concerned

    Synonyms

    1. closely
    2. intimately
  • (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but (adverb)

    Examples

    1. he nearly fainted

    Synonyms

    1. about
    2. almost
    3. most
    4. near
    5. nigh
    6. virtually
    7. well-nigh

See definition of nearly in Merriam Webster