precisely
/prɪˈsaɪsli/adverb★Intermediate
formal
In a precise or exact manner; exactly.
The clock struck precisely at midnight.
The clock struck exactly at midnight.
Collocations
precisely becauseexactly because
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💡Pro Tip
Usage tip
Use 'precisely' in formal or technical writing to add precision.
📖Word Origin
From the Latin 'praecisus', meaning 'cut off' or 'brief', and the adverbial suffix '-ly'.
📝Usage Notes
Often used in formal or technical contexts to convey exactness.
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