nearly
(adverb)
adverb
1. (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
- he nearly fainted
Similar word(s): about, almost, most, near, nigh, virtually
2. in a close manner
- the person most nearly concerned
Similar word(s): closely, intimately
Sentences with nearly as an adverb:
- He left a nearly full beer on the bar.
- I nearly didn't put this example in.