exactly
//ɪɡˈzæk(t).li//
informalForms
- Comparative
- more exactly
- Superlative
- most exactly
Definitions
1.Without approximation; precisely.
- The edge is not exactly straight.
- He divided the coins exactly in half.
- Measure exactly so we can be sure it is right.
2.Precisely, used to provide emphasis.
- He did it that way exactly to prove the point.
1.Signifies agreement or recognition.
- So you're saying that we have only three days left?, Yes, exactly!
Frequency
Overall
Common· #593
By learning goal
- Everyday conversation
- Common
- General reading & writing
- Common
- Academic
- Rare
- Literature
- Rare
Related words
Etymology
From exact + -ly.