loosely

Meanings

• adjective

  Not tightly or securely fixed or fastened; not rigid or stiff; not strictly adhering to a rule, principle, or form; not strict or severe.

  - "The papers were loosely stacked on the table."
  - "He gave a loosely interpreted version of the events."
  - "The dog's leash was loosely tied around the tree."
  - "The dress was loosely fitted."

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Antonyms

tightly

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with loosely
goosey , loosey , snoozey , juicy , moosey , prudey , moosey

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. Loose (en) : Not tight or constrictive; not strict; not severe.
   

2. Loose (en) : Not firmly or securely fixed; not fastened; not tight.
   

3. Loose (en) : Not rigid or inflexible.
   

4. Loose (en) : Not strictly or closely adhering to a rule, principle, or form.
   

5. Loose (en) : Not strict or severe.
   

6. Loose (en) : Not precise or accurate.
   

7. Loose (en) : Not tight or compact.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of loosely that leads to same result
loosely , loosely base on , broadly define , broadly/loosely define , loosely define

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Etymology

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From Old English lōslic, from lōsan to lose + -lic -ly.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'loosely' is often used in the context of quantum physics to describe particles that are not strictly localized in a particular position.

2. The term 'loosely' is also used in the context of computer science to describe data that is not tightly structured or organized.

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Related Concepts

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1. Flexible: Relating to or having the ability to bend or adapt.

2. Flaccid: Lacking firmness or tone; limp.

3. Lax: Not strict or severe; not enforcing rules or regulations.

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Culture

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In literature, 'loosely' is often used to describe a narrative that is not strictly adhering to a linear or chronological order. In art, 'loose' painting techniques refer to a style where the brushstrokes are not precise or defined. In music, 'loose' interpretation of a piece allows for improvisation and creativity.

How to Memorize "loosely"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a stack of papers that are not tightly pressed together but are loosely stacked.
   - Visualize a dog's leash that is not tightly wound around a tree but is loosely tied.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'loosely' with the feeling of freedom or flexibility.
   - Think of a balloon that is not tightly inflated but is loosely filled with air.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Loose papers on the table, not tightly bound.'

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