loosely

• 副词，表示“松地、不紧地”，即不牢固或不绷紧；也可表示“宽松地、不严格地”，以及“大致地、粗略地”等意思。

An adverb meaning 'in a loose manner' or 'not tightly; with freedom or relaxation.' It can also refer to an approximate or non‑strict interpretation, e.g., 'loosely speaking.'

1. In a relaxed mannerB1formal

   In a way that is not tight, rigid, or strict; with freedom of movement.

   松散地

   • She wore the scarf loosely around her neck.
   • The rope was tied loosely to the post.
   • He held the reins loosely as the horse walked.

   同义词casuallyfreelylaxlyslackly

   反义词firmlyrigidlystrictlytautlytightly

2. Without precision or strictnessB2formal

   In a way that is not exact or does not follow specific details or rules.

   宽松地

   • The term is used loosely in everyday conversation.
   • He interpreted the instructions loosely, leading to errors.
   • The word 'theory' is often used loosely in popular science.

   同义词approximatelybroadlycasuallyflexiblygenerallyimpreciselyinexactlyliberallyroughlyvaguely

   反义词exactlyfaithfullyliterallypreciselyrigorouslystrictlystringently

3. In a loose knitting styleB2formal

   In a way that creates a loose, open fabric with large stitches.

   松散地（编织）

   • She knitted the sweater loosely for a more casual look.
   • The pattern suggests knitting loosely to achieve the desired drape.
   • He prefers to knit loosely so the fabric is more breathable.

   同义词laxlyslackly

   反义词tightly