Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to a large extent
phrase
/tə ə lɑrdʒ ɪkˈstɛnt/

Definition
To a significant or considerable degree or amount.

Examples
- His success in the project was, to a large extent, due to his team’s hard work.
- To a large extent, the outcome of the event was influenced by public opinion.

Meaning
This phrase is used to convey that something is true or applicable in a major way, though not entirely.

Synonyms
- largely
- mostly
- mainly
- primarily