closely meaning and definition

CLOSELY adverb

Definition of closely (adverb)

1. in a close relation or position in time or space
   • "the onsets were closely timed"; "houses set closely together"; "was closely involved in monitoring daily progress"
2. in an attentive manner
   • "he remained close on his guard"
   • synonyms: close, tight
3. in a close manner
   • "the two phenomena are intimately connected"; "the person most nearly concerned"
   • synonyms: intimately, nearly