Precisely — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /pri-ˈsīs-lē/ pre·cise·ly

Meaning & Definition of Precisely

Precisely (adverb)

  1. in a precise manner, exactly —often used to emphasize the precision of something (such as a measurement, time, description, etc.)
  2. quite so —used to confirm emphatically that what has been said or suggested is exactly correct

Precisely (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as stated or indicated without the slightest difference

    "arrived precisely at noon"

    similar: due, exactly, full, just, right, sharp, smack-dab, squarely, on the button, on the nose

  2. in the same manner

    "I feel precisely the same way as you do"

    similar: exactly, just, to a T
    related: even, expressly, faultlessly, perfectly, identically, uniformly, alike, likewise, similarly
    near: slightly, somewhat, vaguely, differently, variably

  3. without any relaxation of standards or precision

    "measured the length of the board precisely"

    similar: exactly, rigidly, rigorously, strictly
    related: carefully, conscientiously, meticulously, scrupulously
    opposite: imprecisely, inexactly, loosely

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Precisely

The most common words with a similar meaning to Precisely:

due, exactly, full, just, right, sharp, smack-dab, squarely, rigidly, rigorously, strictly, on the button, on the nose, to a T

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Precisely

Words with the opposite meaning of Precisely:

imprecisely, inexactly, loosely

Related Words for Precisely

even, expressly, faultlessly, perfectly, identically, uniformly, alike, likewise, similarly, carefully, conscientiously, meticulously, scrupulously

Near Antonyms of Precisely

slightly, somewhat, vaguely, differently, variably

Origin & Etymology of Precisely

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Precisely

Frequently Asked Questions about Precisely

What does "Precisely" mean?

"Precisely" means in a precise manner, exactly —often used to emphasize the precision of something (such as a measurement, time, description, etc.). As an adverb, it is defined as: in a precise manner, exactly —often used to emphasize the precision of something (such as a measurement, time, description, etc.). It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Precisely"?

Other words for "Precisely" include due, exactly, full, just, right, sharp, smack-dab and squarely. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Precisely" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Precisely"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Precisely". Common alternatives include due, exactly, full, just, right, sharp, smack-dab, squarely, rigidly and rigorously.

What is the opposite of "Precisely"?

Antonyms of "Precisely" include imprecisely, inexactly and loosely. Near antonyms include slightly, somewhat, vaguely and differently.

How do you use "Precisely" in a sentence?

Examples of "Precisely" in a sentence: "arrived precisely at noon"; "I feel precisely the same way as you do"; "measured the length of the board precisely".

Is "Precisely" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Precisely" is an adverb.

Is "Precisely" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Precisely" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Precisely"?

"Precisely" is pronounced /pri-ˈsīs-lē/ and divided into syllables as pre·cise·ly.