Synonyms of just about

just about

phrase

as in about

very close to but not completely

Ralph was just about finished with the paperwork when the doctor called his name.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• about
• almost
• nearly
• practically
• fairly
• more or less
• all but
• next to
• virtually
• most
• much
• somewhere
• feckly
• pretty much
• fair
• largely
• mostly
• as good as
• mainly
• within an inch of
• by and large
• borderline
• well-nigh
• chiefly
• near
• kind of
• somewhat
• partially
• partly
• appreciably
• nigh

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• entirely
• quite
• completely
• fully
• absolutely
• well
• plain
• thoroughly
• altogether
• totally
• wholly
• utterly
• hardly
• barely
• scarcely
• plumb

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of just about

Featuring romantic bell sleeves, an elegant boat neckline, and an adjustable back cinch detail, this figure-forming top looks flattering on just about everyone. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2026

The deal was just about to close when McDonnell swung by the offices with her homemade goodies. — Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 11 Aug. 2026

Travelpro offers luggage and gear for just about every type of traveler and trip. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026

The attack comes just about a month after another Florida woman lost an arm in an alligator attack that proved fatal. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026