English · Adjectives
closely
/ˈkloʊsli/
[/ˈkloʊsli/]
in a near or careful way
Beginneradverb
Definition
Closely means very near, or with great care and attention.
Example
Watch the teacher closely as she shows the steps.
Watch the teacher closely as she shows the steps.
Etymology
From 'close', from Latin 'clausus' meaning shut, plus '-ly'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for being near or paying careful attention.