Upper-Intermediate — Set 26

Set 26 of Upper-Intermediate covers 5 words: particularly, rapidly, globally, approximately, similarly. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. particularly · adverb/pə(r)ˈtɪkjələrli/

   to a higher degree than usual or expected; especially, specifically

   The advancement of new technology, particularly in the medical industry, has helped save millions of lives.

   Synonyms: especially, specifically, specially, exceptionally

2. rapidly · adverb/ˈræpədli/

   quickly, with speed

   Automobile technology has developed rapidly over the past ten years.

   Synonyms: speedily, fast, swiftly

3. globally · adverb/ˈɡloʊbəli/

   everywhere around the world

   The company has seen its products gain popularity globally , with sales increasing in countries across multiple continents.

   Synonyms: universally, on a global scale, worldwide

4. approximately · adverb/əˈprɑksəmətli/

   around, nearly, close to

   The concert was a huge success, with approximately 10,000 fans filling the venue to capacity.

   Synonyms: almost, about, roughly, more or less, give or take

5. similarly · adverb/ˈsɪm(ə)lərli/

   in a similar way

   The success of an employee is connected to the success of a company. Similarly, the success of an industry is clearly connected to the success of many companies.

   Synonyms: likewise, in the same way, in a similar fashion