largely

adverb

large·​ly ˈlärj-lē 

: in a large manner

especially : to a large extent : mostly, primarily

words largely unknown a decade ago

Synonyms of largely

• mostly
• mainly
• primarily
• chiefly
• predominantly
• principally
• basically
• generally

Examples of largely in a Sentence

The story is largely true.

He is largely responsible for the problem.

The economy is based largely on farming.

Recent Examples on the Web

Prosecutors had sought the death penalty, a largely symbolic move as the country hasn’t executed anyone in decades. —Helen Regan, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026

Charlotte Tilbury contributed largely to the success, with strong double-digit growth propelled by Amazon in the US and entry into the Mexican market. —Hikmat Mohammed, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2026

The colorful artworks largely depict the sensual hedonistic lifestyles of city dwellers including merchants, courtesans and kabuki actors. —Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026

Last year’s festival, the first under Tuttle’s leadership, was largely free of such controversies. —Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

largely

adverb

large·​ly ˈlärj-lē 

1

: generally sense 1

the story is largely true

2

: in a great amount

tipped the waiter largely