largely

adverb

large·​ly ˈlärj-lē 

: in a large manner

especially : to a large extent : mostly, primarily

words largely unknown a decade ago

Synonyms

• altogether
• basically
• by and large
• chiefly
• generally
• mainly
• mostly
• overall
• predominantly
• primarily
• principally
• substantially

Examples of largely in a Sentence

The story is largely true.

He is largely responsible for the problem.

The economy is based largely on farming.

Recent Examples on the Web

The food dye, which is largely banned in the European Union, has for years drawn the ire of advocates, public health groups and lawmakers due to scientific studies linking it to health issues. —Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024

With the passage of time, the form in which surrealist cinema was presented changed, largely due to a lack of funding for the experimental nature of the films. —Noor Anand Chawla, JSTOR Daily, 9 Dec. 2024

That number is massive due largely to the set’s lack of sales success just days ago, but the leap is still notable. —Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024

Although the union, which represents service workers across UC campuses, did not support Republican Steven Choi, a conservative from Irvine, its decision to oppose a largely pro-labor Democrat probably helped cinch the race in a close contest. —Mackenzie Mays, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

largely

adverb

large·​ly ˈlärj-lē 

1

: generally sense 1

the story is largely true

2

: in a great amount

tipped the waiter largely