PRECISELY Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

precisely

adverb

pri-ˈsīs-lē

Definition of precisely

as in just

as stated or indicated without the slightest difference arrived precisely at noon

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Relevance

as in exactly

in the same manner I feel precisely the same way as you do

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as in strictly

without any relaxation of standards or precision measured the length of the board precisely

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Recent Examples of precisely Tinashe’s singular vision is precisely what makes Popstar such an essential addition to her catalog — and to pop music in 2026. — Kyle Denis, Billboard, 19 Oct. 2026 Sunday’s attack is precisely the reason the new approach of armed international assistance to Haiti is needed, Waltz added. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026 That is precisely why these jobs are so difficult to replace with automation. — Scott Levenson, New York Daily News, 18 Oct. 2026 The services, equipment and experience a business uses routinely may be precisely what a nonprofit needs to complete a project. — Kenneth Coffey, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for precisely

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Adverb

Completing the flight test just weeks after a captive-carry event demonstrated how quickly the program progressed through its testing sequence.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2026
The mattress was ready to sleep on just a few hours after unpacking.

— Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of just

Adverb

Photography and video are strictly forbidden inside, although a photo opp is available.

— Hali Smith October 17, Idaho Statesman, 17 Oct. 2026
The rule wasn’t strictly enforced, of course, but her parents were trying to manage a household where one upset child could set off several others.

— Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of strictly

Adverb

Yet, Indiana couldn't do anything with it and punted the ball right back.

— Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Late in the third quarter Lagway was forced to scramble to his right before throwing an interception to TCU senior strong safety Jamel Johnson.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of right

Adverb

Just be sure to check your plants carefully for pests, like scale, before bringing them back inside in fall.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 16 Oct. 2026
Families with children should also check carefully that the kids meet the ride’s height and restraint requirements, which are designed to ensure that the safety equipment fits correctly.

— Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of carefully

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