Largely
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlɑːd͡ʒ.li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Largely is an adverb meaning In a widespread or large manner.
Meaning
In a widespread or large manner.
More Meanings
- For the most part; mainly or chiefly.
- On a large scale; amply.
- (obsolete) Fully, at great length.
Example Sentences
They were largely successful in their efforts.
She smiled at Aristide, who smiled at her, and Jean, seeing them happy, smiled largely at them both.
But with the war also still largely stalemated, other theatres of conflict have become more important. In Russia’s case, that includes the secret domain.
It ill beseemes a knight of gentle sort, / Such as ye haue him boasted, to beguile / A simple mayd, and worke so haynous tort, / In shame of knighthood, as I largely can report.
Word Forms
- largelier
- largeliest
Synonyms for largely
Depending on context, synonyms include abundantly, fully, plentifully, mostly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mostly, broadly, extensively, widely, much, comprehensively.
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