nearly

adverb5

1. •
   almost

   • He left a nearly full beer on the bar.
   • I nearly didn't go to work yesterday.
2. •
   Closely, in close proximity.

   • I doubt some danger do's approach you neerely. — 1606
3. •
   With close relation; intimately.

   • Let that which he learns next be nearly conjoined with what he knows already. — 1705
4. •
   Stingily.
5. •
   (no longer used) With great scrutiny; carefully.