NEARLY, adverb 1. At no great distance; not remotely. 2. Closely; as two persons nearly related or allied. 3. Intimately; pressingly; with a close relation to ones interest or happiness. It nearly concerns us to preserve peace with our neighbor. 4. Almost; within a little. The fact is nearly demonstrated. 5. In a parsimonious or niggardly manner.
Source: Webster's 1828 American Dictionary ↗ · public-domain · returned verbatim, no AI