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exactly
/ɪɡˈzæktli/
[/ɪɡˈzæktli/]
precisely
Intermediateadverb
Definition
In a precise way; also used to express complete agreement.
Example
That is exactly what I was trying to say, but you put it more clearly.
That is exactly what I was trying to say, but you put it more clearly.
Etymology
From Latin "exigere," to weigh or measure out precisely.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to confirm accuracy or to strongly agree with someone.