approximate
//əˈprɒksɪmət//
Adjective
approximateCanonical form
1
Close to the actual, but not completely accurate or exact.
The approximate cost of the project is $10,000.
2
Near in position, nature, or relationship.
The two species are approximate in their genetic makeup.
Verb
approximateInfinitive
approximatePresent tense
approximatedPast tense
approximatedPast participle
approximatingPresent participle
approximatesThird-person singular
1
To come close to or be similar to something in quality, nature, or quantity.
No other singer can approximate her vocal range.
2
To estimate or calculate something roughly.
We approximated the total cost of the project at around $50,000.