Almost Definition & Meaning
almost
- adverb
- (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but; "the job is (just) about done"; "the baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded"; "we're almost finished"; "the car all but ran her down"; "he nearly fainted"; "talked for nigh onto 2 hours"; "the recording is well-nigh perfect"; "virtually all the parties signed the contract"; "I was near exhausted by the run"; "most everyone agrees"
"Almost" in song lyrics
See how almost is used in real songs:
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"We ain't finished till it's almost"
Cha Cha — New Millennium (What Cha Wanna Do) -
"You do almost"
Diamonique f/ Dirty Bird, Sly Boogy — Da Get Back -
"Doin it every night in summer time almost"
Angie Martinez f/ Mary J. Blige — Breathe
Words that rhyme with almost
Usage tips for "almost"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "almost" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for almost to find words that pair well.
Use "almost" in a verse
Now that you know what "almost" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does almost mean?
- (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but; "the job is (just) about done"; "the baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded"; "we're almost finished"; "the car all but ran her down"; "he nearly fainted"; "talked for nigh onto 2 hours"; "the recording is well-nigh perfect"; "virtually all the parties signed the contract"; "I was near exhausted by the run"; "most everyone agrees"
- What part of speech is almost?
- Almost is an adverb.