largely

[lahrj-lee]

adverb

1. to a great extent; in great part; generally; chiefly.

   The plan depends largely on his willingness to cooperate. That is largely incorrect.

2. in great quantity; much.

largely

/ ˈlɑːdʒlɪ /

adverb

1. principally; to a great extent

2. on a large scale or in a large manner

Word History and Origins

Origin of largely¹

First recorded in 1175–1225; Middle English; large + -ly

Example Sentences

Demand has risen, though, largely because of added consumption from solar-panel makers, whose silver use has more than doubled over the past 10 years.

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The group claims it has saved consumers $6.54 billion during that period in premium hikes largely sought by home and auto insurers, and that its fees amount to 25 cents for every dollar saved.

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Because Fleuria is a romance book truck, attendees of the event are largely voracious romance readers, a genre that has received renewed interest in recent years, Pao says.

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An analysis by Industry Leaders Magazine argues that his largely male audience does indeed value his willingness to admit he’s been wrong and his openness to laughing at himself.

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The 36-year-old also sold merchandise at concerts, helped with a handbook on Alaskan farming and started doing graphic design, largely for other federal workers starting their own businesses.

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