Approximately or Approximatly
“Approximately” is correct; “approximatly” is missing ‘e’.
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approximatly
Incorrect spelling - “Approximatly” is a misspelling missing ‘e’.
"approximatly" is a common misspelling of "approximately". Always use "approximately" when referring to the correct word.
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approximately
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Approximately” means nearly or about.
Definition of approximately
"approximately": “Approximately” means nearly or about.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for approximately
- • about
- • roughly
Usage Examples
"Correct:" Approximately 10 people.
"Correct:" It costs approximately $50.
"Correct:" Arrive approximately at 5.
"Correct:" Approximately equal values.
"Incorrect:" Approximatly 10.
"Incorrect:" It costs approximatly.
Notes:
- • Ends with ‘-ely’.
- • Common typo.
- • Adverb form.
- • From approximate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is approximatly wrong?
A: Missing ‘e’.
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Approximately.
Summary
Use “approximately.”