Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

approximate

adjective
/əˈprɒk.sɪ.mət/
Definition
Close to the actual, but not completely accurate or exact.
Examples
  • The approximate cost of the project is around $5,000.
  • She gave an approximate time of arrival of 3 PM.
  • The approximate height of the mountain is 2,500 meters.
Meaning
To be nearly correct or true; to estimate or come close to a specific value.
Synonyms
  • estimated
  • rough
  • nearby
  • close
  • similar