CEFR B2

loosely

adverb

Meaning

In a way that is not tight, firm, or exact.

Examples

The scarf was worn loosely around her neck.
He held the reins loosely, allowing the horse to walk at its own pace.

Synonyms: slackly, vaguely, imprecisely, peripherally

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loosely (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈluːsli/

Definition

In a way that is not tight, firm, or exact.

Examples

The scarf was worn loosely around her neck.
He held the reins loosely, allowing the horse to walk at its own pace.
The rules were interpreted loosely to allow for special circumstances.

How to Use loosely

loosely based on (collocation): Having only a slight or indirect relationship to something. — "The novel is loosely based on historical events."
loosely connected (collocation): Having a weak or indirect link between things. — "The suspects were loosely connected to the crime."
loosely defined (collocation): Having an unclear or imprecise meaning. — "The boundaries of the territory were loosely defined."
loosely tied (collocation): Fastened without being pulled tight. — "Her hair was loosely tied back with a ribbon."

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