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nearly vs near

near vs nearly

nearly is not an adjective while near is an adjective.

nearly is not a verb while near is a verb.

nearly and near both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
nearly No No No Yes
near No Yes Yes Yes
As adverbs, nearly and near are synonyms defined as:
  • nearly and near: (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
Other synonyms of nearly include about, almost, most, nigh, virtually, well-nigh.
nearly (adjective) near (adjective)
not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances
closely resembling the genuine article
with or in a close or intimate relationship
being on the left side
giving or spending with reluctance
very close in resemblance
nearly (verb) near (verb)
move towards
nearly (adverb) near (adverb)
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but near in time or place or relationship
in a close manner (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
Difference between nearly and near

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