# closely

Pronunciation: say "KLOHS-lee" /ˈkləʊsliː/

## Adverb

1. In a manner involving nearness, careful attention, or a tight connection.
   - Simple: In a way that is very near, with careful attention, or with a strong connection.
   - _Detectives examined the evidence closely before reaching any conclusion._
   - _The company works closely with local suppliers to control costs._

## Adverb

2. In a secret or private manner; kept hidden from others. *(obsolete)*
   - Simple: In a secret or private way, not out in the open.

## Origin

Formed from "close" combined with the suffix "-ly".

Source: DictionaryAI, https://dictionaryai.com/define/closely (written from Wiktionary data, CC BY-SA 4.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/).