Word
largely
Phoneticslarge·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɫɑɹdʒɫi/
UK/lˈɑːdʒli/
Adverb of degree
Definitions
01mostly or mainly
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adv. mostly, or for the most part.
adv. to a great extent; for the most part or chiefly.
“The project was largely successful, even though we missed the final deadline.”
“The decline in local manufacturing is largely attributable to the rise of global automation and shifting trade policies.”
Usage
Typically placed before the adjective or verb it modifies.
02on a large scale
C1 · Advanced Formal
adv. in a way that involves many people or a big area.
adv. in a widespread manner or on a large scale.
“The new safety rules have been largely adopted across the entire industry.”
“The reforms were largely implemented throughout the province, though some remote districts struggled with the transition.”
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “largely” in context.
Verb
01. largely achieve
“The project has largely achieved its objectives despite the initial delays.”
adv + verb
02. largely attribute
“The success of the campaign is largely attributed to the new marketing strategy.”
adv + verb
03. largely base
“His theory is largely based on the results of the 2010 study.”
adv + verb
04. largely confine
“The infection was largely confined to the respiratory system.”
adv + verb
05. largely consist
“The audience largely consisted of young professionals and students.”
adv + verb
06. largely depend
“The outcome will largely depend on how much funding we receive.”
adv + verb
07. largely derive
“The word is largely derived from Latin roots.”
adv + verb
08. largely determine
“Your lifestyle choices largely determine your long-term health.”
adv + verb
09. largely drive
“The increase in sales was largely driven by the holiday season.”
adv + verb
10. largely exclude
“Women were largely excluded from the political process at that time.”
adv + verb
11. largely explain
“These factors largely explain why the company failed to expand.”
adv + verb
Adjective
12. largely dependent
“The local economy is largely dependent on the tourism industry.”
adv + adj
Real-World Examples
“Reddit's popular r/Bumble community - where half a million people share dating stories and discuss app features - has largely questioned the platform's rule changes.” “Kelce and Swift tied the knot on 3 July at New York's Madison Square Garden in a star-studded event that was largely kept private.” “It means that more people, largely women, will be killed or harmed.” “In that time, the company had largely left the decision to turn on safety measures up to its customers.” Etymology
From large + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
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