The meaning of ALMOST is very nearly but not exactly or entirely. How to use almost in a sentence.

ALMOST definition: very nearly; all but. See examples of almost used in a sentence.

We use almost and nearly to refer to the progress of things, especially if we are measuring and counting things. In these examples, almost and nearly can both be used: … It’ll cost almost as much to repair …

5 days ago · Noun almost (plural almosts) (informal) Something or someone that doesn't quite make it.

Almost and nearly both mean 'not completely' or 'not quite'. They can be used in front of adjectives or noun phrases, or with verbs. Dinner is almost ready. We're nearly ready now. I spent almost a month …

You use almost to indicate that something is not completely the case but is nearly the case. The couple had been dating for almost three years. The effect is almost impossible to describe. He contracted …

Almost definition: Slightly short of; not quite; nearly.

The adverb almost is perfect for describing things you come close to doing, or states you haven't yet reached. It has an Old English root, eallmæst, "nearly all," or literally, "mostly all."

almost meaning, definition, what is almost: nearly, but not completely or not quite: Learn more.

Definition of almost adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.