Nearly Definition
nearly
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"
- in a close manner; "the two phenomena are intimately connected"; "the person most nearly concerned"
"Nearly" in song lyrics
See how nearly is used in real songs:
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"some remain numb while these others nearly"
Feenom Circle — Misunderstanding -
"You can't get nearly"
Comtpon's Most Wanted — Get Money -
"You're good, but compared to me you're not nearly"
MC Shan — Juice Crew Law
Words that rhyme with nearly
Usage tips for "nearly"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "nearly" 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 nearly to find words that pair well.