Synonyms for Nearly
Definition of 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"
8 synonyms found
Writing tips for "nearly"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like about, almost, closely can replace "nearly" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 8 alternatives available, "nearly" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"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