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Almost

Almost (/ˈɔːlmoʊst/, from Old English eallmǣst, meaning 'nearly all') is an adverb in the English language that denotes the state of being not quite, nearly, or just short of some condition, quantity, or time.

Definition

In a medical context, 'almost' is often used to describe a condition or state that is not fully developed or has not completely occurred. For example, a patient may be described as 'almost' recovered if they have made significant progress but have not yet fully regained their health.

Usage

The term 'almost' is frequently used in medical literature and patient reports. It can be used to describe a wide range of situations, from a patient who is 'almost' symptom-free, to a treatment that is 'almost' effective. It is also used in statistical analysis, where it can describe a result that is 'almost' significant.

Related Terms

  • Nearly: Similar to 'almost', 'nearly' is used to describe a state that is close to, but not quite, a certain condition or quantity.
  • Just short of: This phrase is used to describe a state that is very close to a certain condition or quantity, but not quite there.
  • Not quite: This term is used to describe a state that is close to a certain condition or quantity, but not quite there.

Etymology

The term 'almost' comes from the Old English 'eallmǣst', which means 'nearly all'. It is a combination of 'eall', meaning 'all', and 'mǣst', meaning 'most'. Over time, the term evolved into its current form, 'almost'.

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