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Roughly

7 lettersadverbcommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

In a manner that lacks gentleness or precision, or approximately. It indicates something done without smoothness, care, or exact accuracy.

The project will cost roughly ten thousand pounds, though the final figure may vary slightly.

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈrʌf.li/

Syllables

rough·ly

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Synonyms

approximatelycoarselyharshlyabout

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Wordle

Contains GH pattern and -LY ending; double G usage

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Scrabble

Worth 14 points; GH combination adds value, useful placement

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