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CLOSELY

(adverb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Closely.

How to pronounce closely:

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Closely - as an adverb

In a close relation or position in time or space

Example: "The onsets were closely timed"

In an attentive manner

Example: "He remained close on his guard"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
close7tight9

In a close manner

Example: "The two phenomena are intimately connected"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
intimately15nearly9

Example Sentences

"Please listen closely to what I'm about to say."
"The two sisters resemble each other closely."
"The detective examined the crime scene closely."
"The scientist observed the experiment closely."
"He followed the car closely to see where it would lead."
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Word Game Points

Is CLOSELY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, closely is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CLOSELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is CLOSELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, closely is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLOSELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is CLOSELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, closely is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLOSELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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