Meaning of the word "pretty much" in English

What does "pretty much" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pretty much

US /ˈprɪt.i mʌtʃ/
UK /ˈprɪt.i mʌtʃ/

Adverb

almost entirely; nearly

Example:
I've pretty much finished all my work for the day.
The meeting was pretty much a waste of time.