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Precisely

/pɹɪˈsaɪs.li/ · adverb

Meaning

(manner) In a precise manner; exactly..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (manner) In a precise manner; exactly.
  2. (focus) Used to provide emphasis.

Example Sentences

I always try to express myself precisely.
"To be sure. Mr Carlyle, the private detective——" "Inquiry agent," corrected Mr Carlyle precisely.
He says he will vote against Donald Trump “precisely because I’m conservative.”
Thus, “[t]he number of people who detransition or discontinue gender treatments is not precisely known.”

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What does precisely mean?

Precisely means (manner) In a precise manner; exactly..

What is a synonym for precisely?

Common synonyms include exactly, incisively, accurately, correctly.

What is the opposite of precisely?

Possible antonyms include imprecisely, inexactly.

How do you use precisely in a sentence?

I always try to express myself precisely.

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