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Definition approximate in American English

approximate adjective

adjective
/əˈprɑksɪmət/
1

not exact, but close to an exact amount, number, time, etc.

Example

the approximate cost of repairs/time of death

Synonyms and related words
incorrect inexact wrong
1.1

not exact or accurate, but good enough to be useful

Example

I can give you an approximate idea of where she lives.

Synonyms and related words
incorrect inexact wrong
Definition approximate in American English