B2adverb 2K

Precisely

🇬🇧 UK /["/prɪˈsaɪsli/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/prɪˈsaɪsli/"]/

Meaning of Precisely

exactly

In simple words: Exactly or very accurately.

Precisely in a sentence

• They look precisely the same to me.
• That's precisely what I meant.
• It's not clear precisely how the accident happened.
• The meeting starts at 2 o'clock precisely.
• to describe something precisely
• She pronounced the word very slowly and precisely.
• It's **precisely because** I care about you that I don't like you staying out late.
• The children are precisely the ones who will suffer if they get divorced.
• ‘It's not that easy, is it?’ ‘No, precisely.’
• The problem is due to discipline, or, more precisely, the lack of discipline, in schools.

How to use Precisely

Use in contexts where exactness is necessary. Avoid in casual conversations where approximate terms may suffice.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'pre-see' — imagine seeing something clearly and exactly.

Related words

Collocations with Precisely

• precisely define
• precisely state
• precisely measured
• precisely understand

Synonyms for Precisely

• accurately
• exactly
• correctly
• specifically
• clearly

Opposites of Precisely

• imprecisely
• approximately
• vaguely

Common mistakes with Precisely

• Confused with 'precis' which means a summary.
• Using it in overly casual settings.
• Misplacing it in a sentence structure.

Frequently asked questions about Precisely

What does Precisely mean?

Exactly or very accurately.

What is the definition of Precisely?

exactly

How do you use Precisely in a sentence?

They look precisely the same to me.

Can you give another example of Precisely?

That's precisely what I meant.

What are synonyms for Precisely?

Common alternatives include accurately, exactly, correctly, specifically, clearly.

What is the opposite of Precisely?

Opposite meanings include imprecisely, approximately, vaguely.

What words go with Precisely?

It commonly pairs with precisely define, precisely state, precisely measured, precisely understand.

What are common mistakes when using Precisely?

Confused with 'precis' which means a summary. Using it in overly casual settings. Misplacing it in a sentence structure.

How do you pronounce Precisely?

US: /["/prɪˈsaɪsli/"]/, UK: /["/prɪˈsaɪsli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Precisely?

Use in contexts where exactness is necessary. Avoid in casual conversations where approximate terms may suffice.

What CEFR level is Precisely?

"Precisely" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.