Simple meaning
What does Exactly mean?
Exactly means precisely and completely.
Dictionary definition
In a precise way, with no difference at all.
Example sentences
Exactly in a sentence
easy
That is exactly the answer I got.
medium
Place the ruler exactly on the line.
hard
Use exactly the key detail when summarizing the main idea.
Synonyms
Words like Exactly
preciselyUse for careful accuracy.
perfectlyUse for complete correctness.
Antonyms
Opposite words
roughlyUse for approximate amounts.
approximatelyUse when not fully exact.
Word family
Exactly word family
Base word
exactly
adverb
exactly
Base form.
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What does exactly mean in context?
Exactly means exactly means precisely and completely.
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