closely

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   in a close relation or position in time or space

   the onsets were closely timed

2. 2
   adv

   In a close manner.

   Finnish and Estonian are closely related languages.

3. 3
   adv

   secretly; privately

   That nought she did but wayle, and often steepe / Her dainty couch with tears which closely she did weepe.

4. 4
   adv

   in a close manner

5. 5
   adv

   in an attentive manner

Etymology

From close + -ly.