exactly Definition and Meaning in English (exactly definition)

adverb
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Exactly definition: In an accurate and precise manner, without any deviation or approximation.

Definitions of Exactly

  1. 1adverb

    In an accurate and precise manner, without any deviation or approximation.

  2. 2adverb

    Used to emphasize the truth or accuracy of a statement, or to express complete agreement.

Example Sentences

“The clock struck exactly noon.”

“That's exactly what I was thinking.”

“He described the incident exactly as it happened.”

Inflected Word Forms

nounexactness
nounexactitude
adjectiveexact
adjectiveexacting

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

Exactly what I meanexpression

Used to confirm that someone has understood or expressed your thoughts perfectly.

Exactly rightexpression

Used to confirm that something is completely correct or accurate.

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Exactly definition: In an accurate and precise manner, without any deviation or approximation.
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