roughly
Pronunciation: [ˈrʌfli]
Word
Context: "approximation"
(adverb) when you want to say something is not exact, but it's close enough. If you say a number is roughly a certain amount, you mean it's about that amount but not exactly right.
Example
There are roughly twenty students in the classroom today.
Example
There aren't roughly fifty cars in the parking lot, there are more like ten.
Example
How roughly accurate is your estimate of the time we need?
Context: "description"
(adverb) to describe something that is not smooth or even. If you say something is roughly made, it means it isn't finished neatly or perfectly.
Example
The table was roughly carved, giving it a unique look.
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The sculpture doesn't look roughly done; it's actually very smooth and polished.
Example
Does this piece of furniture look roughly made or well crafted?
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