adv
loosely
LOOS-lee
adv
1
In a way that is not tight or firmly fixed.
"He wrapped the scarf loosely around his neck."
2
Roughly or approximately, without being precise.
"The film is loosely based on true events."
How to Use Loosely
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot tightly, or in a rough, approximate way.
Common pairings
loosely based on
loosely connected
hold loosely
Word Forms
more loosely comparative, most loosely superlative
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He wrapped the scarf _____ around his neck.