Meaning & Definition of Closely in English
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Closely
/kloʊsli/
adverb
1. In a close relation or position in time or space
- "The onsets were closely timed"
- "Houses set closely together"
- "Was closely involved in monitoring daily progress"
synonym:
- closely
2. In an attentive manner
- "He remained close on his guard"
synonym:
- close,
- closely,
- tight
3. In a close manner
- "The two phenomena are intimately connected"
- "The person most nearly concerned"
synonym:
- closely,
- intimately,
- nearly
Examples of using
Many decisions are not closely related to life.
Please watch closely.
He closely resembles his father.