exactly.
Without approximation; precisely.
Meaning & usage
Without approximation; precisely.
Measure exactly so we can be sure it is right.
The edge is not exactly straight.
Precisely, used to provide emphasis.
He did it that way exactly to prove the point.
Where this word comes from
From exact + -ly.
Signifies agreement or recognition.
So you're saying that we have only three days left? — Yes, exactly!
Where this word comes from
From exact + -ly.
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