Approximate Definition
approximate
adjective
- not quite exact or correct; "the approximate time was 10 o'clock"; "a rough guess"; "a ballpark estimate"
- very close in resemblance; "sketched in an approximate likeness"; "a near likeness"
- located close together; "with heads close together"; "approximate leaves grow together but are not united"
verb
- be close or similar; "Her results approximate my own"
- judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time); "I estimate this chicken to weigh three pounds"
"Approximate" in song lyrics
See how approximate is used in real songs:
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"I spit a theorem full strength I don't approximate"
Juice & Vakill (Triangle Offense) — Urban Legend -
"In ink a document approximate"
Leaders of the New School — Daily Reminder -
"clozacs devices approximate"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with approximate
Usage tips for "approximate"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "approximate" 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 approximate to find words that pair well.