Definition of Precisely
Precisely
pre·cise·ly


Definition/Meaning
(adverb)
in an exact and detailed manner, without any vagueness;

e.g. The rules have been stated precisely, with no room for new interpretations or loopholes.

(adverb)
exactly;

e.g. The plane was leaving at precisely 6 AM, so we could not be a minute late.

(adverb)
quite so or absolutely;

e.g. "You mean to say it was just a conspiracy?" he asked. "Precisely" she responded.



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  • Smack dab

  • To hit the nail on the head



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