closely
Translation
closely, carefully, attentively
Examples
Listen closely to the instructions.
Listen closely to the instructions.
The two events are closely related.
The two events are closely related.
We are working closely with them.
We are working closely with them.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) closely to do (verb) carefully Listen closely.
closely ((adjective/participle)) very much The events are closely related.
Similar Words
Synonyms: carefully, attentively; Antonyms: carelessly
Etymology
From the adjective 'close' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
Imagine getting 'close' to something to look at it 'closely'.