Precisely
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɹɪˈsaɪs.li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Precisely is an adverb meaning (manner) In a precise manner; exactly.
Meaning
(manner) In a precise manner; exactly.
More Meanings
- (focus) Used to provide emphasis.
Example Sentences
I always try to express myself precisely.
He says he will vote against Donald Trump “precisely because I’m conservative.”
"To be sure. Mr Carlyle, the private detective——" "Inquiry agent," corrected Mr Carlyle precisely.
Thus, “[t]he number of people who detransition or discontinue gender treatments is not precisely known.”
Synonyms for precisely
Depending on context, synonyms include exactly, incisively, accurately, correctly, dead-nuts, definitely.
Antonyms for precisely
Common opposites include imprecisely, inexactly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include exactly, just, incisively, accurately, precise, accuracy.
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