Figuratively and Loosely

Figuratively

Figuratively adverb - In a figurative sense.
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Loosely and figuratively are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Loosely" instead an adverb "Figuratively".

Nearby Words: figurative, figuration

Loosely

Loosely adverb - Knitted in a loose manner.
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Synonyms for Loosely

Figuratively and loosely are semantically related. You can use "Figuratively" instead an adverb "Loosely".

Nearby Words: loose, loosen, looseness
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