Definitions

loosely

[loos-lee] / ˈlus li /

ADVERB

approximately

Synonyms

STRONGEST

almost generally relatively roughly

STRONG

about around

WEAK

ballpark figure bordering on circa close to closely comparatively in the ballpark in the neighborhood of in the region of in the vicinity of just about more or less most much not far from not quite proximately upwards of very close

Antonyms

WEAK

accurately clearly definitely exactly precisely

ADVERB

freely

Synonyms

STRONGEST

effortlessly liberally readily

WEAK

abundantly amply as one pleases bountifully cleanly copiously extravagantly facilely lavishly lightly like water open-handedly unhindered unobstructedly unstintingly well with a free hand without encumbrance without hindrance without restraint without stint

Antonyms

WEAK

difficultly

Example Sentences

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The loosely organised gang of young English-speaking cyber-criminals has been linked to dozens of other cyber-attacks including on retailers Marks and Spencer and the Co-op.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

His first novel in 28 years, “The Last Human Bear,” is loosely based on the spiritual leader McKay, whose wisdom and companionship served as a refuge to Sarris during a tumultuous childhood in Sonoma County.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

Instead, Wilhelm learned that the fate of his bet was up to a loosely organized body of cryptocurrency holders empowered to arbitrate such disputes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

We have strong opinions that are loosely held.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Molly’s messy bun was sitting loosely on top of her head, and she was clutching Anat in...a bear hug?

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny

loosely

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