approximate
Translation
approximate, rough, estimated
Examples
The approximate cost will be £500.
The approximate cost will be $500.
This is only an approximate figure.
This is only an approximate figure.
Grammar Patterns
((an approximate sth.)) an estimated or close amount, number, etc. The approximate cost will be $500.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rough, estimated, close; Antonyms: exact, precise
Etymology
From Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'proximus' (nearest). The original meaning is 'to bring near'.
Memory Tips
Think 'ap-PROX-imate' - it's 'proximate' or close to the real value, but not exact.