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LOOSELY

(adverb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Loosely.

Loosely - as an adverb

In a relaxed manner; not rigid

Example: "His hands lay loosely"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slackly16

In a loose manner

Example: "A union of loosely federated states"

Without regard to specific details or exceptions

Example: "He interprets the law broadly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
broadly13broadly speakinggenerally13

Structurally open and not compact or close

Example: "Loosely knit"

Example Sentences

"He wore a loosely fitting shirt."
"The rope was tied loosely around the tree."
"The puzzle pieces were loosely connected."
"The hair was styled loosely with a messy bun."
"She held the loosely folded map in her hands."
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Word Game Points

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

LOOSELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is LOOSELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, loosely is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LOOSELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is LOOSELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, loosely is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LOOSELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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