Definition
几近 is a formal adverb meaning 'almost' or 'on the verge of'. It is used in literary or written contexts to describe that something is very close to happening or being true. Unlike the more common 几乎, 几近 carries a slightly more elevated tone and appears in polished prose.
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almostnearlyon the verge of (formal/literary)
Examples
- 几近。Tā jī bēngkuì le.He was on the verge of collapse.
- 几近。Zhège jìhuà jī wánměi.This plan is nearly perfect.
- 几近。Tā de bìngqíng jī hǎozhuǎn.His condition is on the verge of improving.
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