approximately

American  

[uh-prok-suh-mit-lee] / əˈprɒk sə mɪt li /

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.

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approximately British  

/ əˈprɒksɪmɪtlɪ /

adverb

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

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Etymology

Origin of approximately

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

Example Sentences

At approximately age 32, the adult epoch begins.

From Science Daily

Harbour Energy said a reduction of "approximately 100 offshore roles" was expected following a consultation period, which is now under way.

From BBC

Targa said it expects Stakeholder to “generate unlevered adjusted free cash flow of approximately $200 million annually with minimal capital needs, very low integration costs and attractive acreage with a stable volume profile.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Newell Brands employed approximately 23,700 people worldwide as of the end of last year, according to its most recent annual filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

From The Wall Street Journal

Coupang slumps following a data leak that exposed approximately 34 million accounts at the South Korean retailer.

From Barron's

Related Words

• almost
• generally
• relatively
• roughly