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

The rooms While the furnishings largely remained the same during the renovation work, the fabrics and artistic elements have changed in recent years. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026

The market for both types of timekeepers peaked in the 1970s and ’80s, when demand was largely driven by collectors of antiques. —Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 11 May 2026

And Outback Steakhouse owner Bloomin’ Brands, Wendy’s and Sweetgreen all reported that their sales sequentially improved in March compared with earlier in the quarter, largely thanks to a reprieve from winter storms. —Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 11 May 2026

The setback for Miller is striking largely because his rise was so stunning. —Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 11 May 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