general idea; rough; probably
Meanings
3 senses · 12 examplesnoun
general idea; gist; rough picture
Refers to a basic understanding or outline of something, not the details.
He didn't say it out loud, but in his heart, he had a rough idea.
Please briefly talk about the gist of this plan.
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I only have a general idea of that book's contents.
adjective
rough; approximate; not precise or detailed
Used as an attributive adjective (often marked with 的) to describe something not exact.
He gave a rough analysis of the situation.
I don't remember this matter clearly, I only have a vague impression.
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He gave me an approximate schedule.
We've drawn up a rough budget.
adverb
probably; most likely; approximately
Used to express a high probability or make an approximate estimation.
The snow wasn't very heavy; it probably stopped around midnight.
From here to the Western Hills, it's approximately forty or fifty li.
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That problem is probably very difficult.
He probably won't come.
We will probably need two hours to finish the work.