approximately
Translation
approximately, about, roughly
Examples
The trip will take approximately two hours.
The trip will take approximately two hours.
There were approximately 50 people at the party.
There were approximately 50 people at the party.
Grammar Patterns
approximately ((number/amount)) used before a number or amount The trip will take approximately two hours.
Similar Words
Synonyms: about, roughly, around; Antonyms: exactly, precisely
Etymology
From Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'proximus' (nearest). It conveys the sense of 'coming near to' a number or amount.
Memory Tips
The 'proxi-' part is like 'proximity' (nearness). Think of 'approaching' a number but not being exact.