largely

adverb

large·​ly ˈlärj-lē 

: in a large manner

especially : to a large extent : mostly, primarily

words largely unknown a decade ago

Synonyms

• 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

However, unlike beer or cheese, where microbes are intentionally introduced and controlled, fermentation in cocoa beans is a spontaneous process and largely uncontrolled. —New Atlas, 18 Oct. 2025

The Ellison family has 100% voting control over Paramount Skydance; the Paramount-Skydance deal was largely bankrolled by Oracle founder Larry Ellison (David’s father). —Todd Spangler, Variety, 18 Oct. 2025

The Rafah crossing has largely been closed since May 2024, with some exceptions, and is essential for food and medical aid, as well as Palestinian mobility. —Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025

Andrew has largely stayed out of the limelight since 2019 and has only generally attended private family events – one of the most recent being the Duchess of Kent’s funeral service, at which he was accompanied by Sarah Ferguson. —Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025

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