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Definition precisely in British English

precisely adverb

adverb
/prɪˈsaɪsli/
Example

At the end of the war we were in precisely the same financial position as before.

Example

He knows precisely what we want.

Synonyms and related words
exact accurate perfect
Example

Dartman spoke very precisely.

Synonyms and related words
actually certainly clearly
Example

They have the best medical care precisely because of high taxes.

Synonyms and related words
after all as as a matter of fact
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used for showing that you completely agree with what someone says or that you think they are exactly right

Example

'You mean he took the money for himself?' 'Precisely.'

Synonyms and related words
OK of course no
Definition precisely in British English