Definitions
- Describing an approximate or estimated amount or quantity. - Referring to a general or vague idea or description. - Talking about a rough or uneven surface or texture.
- Describing a very close or almost exact amount or quantity. - Referring to a situation where something almost happened but did not. - Talking about a physical proximity or closeness.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a degree of approximation or closeness.
- 2Both can be used to indicate proximity or distance.
- 3Both can be used to describe a situation that is almost true or almost happened.
What is the difference?
- 1Degree: Roughly implies a greater degree of inaccuracy or estimation than nearly.
- 2Precision: Nearly implies a higher degree of accuracy or precision than roughly.
- 3Usage: Roughly is more commonly used to describe numbers or quantities, while nearly is more commonly used to describe situations or events.
- 4Connotation: Roughly can imply a lack of attention to detail or carelessness, while nearly can imply a close call or a near miss.
- 5Tone: Roughly can be more informal or casual, while nearly can be more formal or serious.
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Remember this!
Roughly and nearly are both adverbs that describe a degree of approximation or closeness. However, roughly implies a greater degree of estimation or inaccuracy, while nearly implies a higher degree of accuracy or precision. Additionally, roughly is more commonly used to describe numbers or quantities, while nearly is more commonly used to describe situations or events.
