closely

Meanings

• adverb

  Used to describe a relationship where two things are nearly but not entirely the same; near, not far.

• adverb

  Used to describe an action done carefully and with attention to detail; near in time or space.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkləʊsliː/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with closely
closely , folly , olly , ollyally , ollywolly

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Variants

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close , close to home , close to the bone , close to the vest , closelier , closeliest , closely , closeness , closenesses , closer , closest , closely held , closely observed , closely/well observed , well observed

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Etymology

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Old English cleslan, from clesan ‘to clean’, from clēosan ‘to slip’. The meaning ‘near’ is a figurative extension of the original meaning ‘clean’.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'closely' is used more frequently in formal writing than in casual conversation.

2. In chess, a 'closely guarded' piece is one that is protected by other pieces.

3. The term 'closely held' refers to a corporation whose shares are not publicly traded.

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Related Concepts

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1. near: A word synonymous with 'closely' in terms of spatial or temporal proximity.

2. carefully: A word that often goes hand in hand with 'closely' when describing an action or process.

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Culture

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In literature, 'closely' is often used to describe the relationship between characters or events. In art, 'closely' can refer to a technique where the artist pays meticulous attention to detail. In music, 'closely' can describe the relationship between harmonies or rhythms.

How to Memorize "closely"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine two objects or ideas that are very similar but not identical. This will help you remember the meaning of 'closely' as 'near' or 'carefully'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'closely' with the words 'near' or 'carefully' to remember its meanings.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'closely is to near as clean is to clothes' to remember the meaning of 'closely' as 'near'.

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