LARGELY Synonyms: 98 Similar and Opposite Words

largely

adverb

ˈlärj-lē

Definition of largely next

as in mostly

for the most part the earth's surface is largely composed of water

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Relevance

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as in highly

to a large extent or degree with this land purchase, the corporation largely increases its holdings in the area

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Recent Examples of largely While many institutional investors continue to view gold as a hedge against interest-rate shifts, central-bank buying and global uncertainty, silver’s surge is increasingly seen as an industrial rally pushed higher largely by speculative positioning — not economic and other fundamental factors. —

Alfred Cang, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026 The conversation, between Epstein and someone named Richard, largely focused on biology, Axel’s expertise, but Epstein also mentioned his bid for clemency. —

Julie K. Brown, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026 The aid is largely meant for those living in Cuba’s eastern region, which Hurricane Melissa slammed into late last year. —

Dánica Coto, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026 With the free agent market largely picked clean, the best options for Boston in the infield will likely come via trade. —

Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 5 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for largely

Recent Examples of Synonyms for largely

Adverb

Measles was eliminated in the United States by 2000 but has resurfaced in periodic outbreaks, mostly among people who are not vaccinated.

— N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Marquis said the local branches have opportunities to seek funding from the national group but are mostly encouraged and provided resources on how to fundraise on their own.

— Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 10 Feb. 2026