approximately

[ uh-prok-suh-mit-lee ]

adverb

1. about; roughly; more or less:

   It’s approximately 25 miles from here to El Paso.

   Add approximately 2 cups of milk or water.

approximately

/ əˈprɒksɪmɪtlɪ /

adverb

1. close to; around; roughly or in the region of

Word History and Origins

Origin of approximately¹

First recorded in 1845–50; approximate ( def ) + -ly ( def )

Example Sentences

In addition, the NHS recommends women who are trying for a baby take folic acid supplements for approximately three months before getting pregnant, and for at least 12 weeks after becoming pregnant.

From BBC

In February, the lab laid off 530 employees — approximately 8% of its workforce — and another 40 contractors.

From Los Angeles Times

The La Cañada Flintridge research institution will let go of approximately 325 employees across the organization on Wednesday, or roughly 5% of its total staff, the memo stated.

From Los Angeles Times

Approximately 99% of U.S. pistachios are produced in California, per the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center.

From Salon

“However, approximately two weeks after the cash delivery, Zilke returned to Thompson’s residence and took back $150,000 without telling the DEA agents,” the statement read.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• almost
• generally
• relatively
• roughly