Definition distinctly in American English

distinctly adverb

adverb

/dɪˈstɪŋk(t)li/

in a way that is clear to your senses

Example

He distinctly heard her sigh.

Synonyms and related words

pin-sharp obvious apparent

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1.1

in a definite and clear way

Example

I distinctly remember his putting the money in his pocket.

Synonyms and related words

obvious clear significant true certain objective

1.2

carefully, so that what you say is easy to hear and understand

Example

When she spoke again it was slowly and distinctly.

Synonyms and related words

thoroughly closely gently

Example

Lucy felt distinctly uncomfortable.

Synonyms and related words

extremely incredibly extraordinarily

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