precisely

This is precisely the problem!

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pre·cise·ly
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adverb
precisely (adverb)
in exact terms; without vagueness:
"the guidelines are precisely defined"
exactly (used to emphasize the complete accuracy or truth of a statement):
"at 2:00 precisely, the phone rang" · "kids will love it precisely because it will irritate their parents"
used as a reply to assert emphatic agreement with or confirmation of a statement:
"“You mean it was a conspiracy?” “Precisely.”"
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Similar and Opposite Words
adverb
in exact terms; without vagueness:
exhaustively
painstakingly
systematically
meticulously
rigorously
scrupulously
punctiliously

exactly (used to emphasize the complete accuracy or truth of a statement):
exactly
sharp
on the dot
promptly
prompt
dead (on)
on the stroke of …
right

used as a reply to assert emphatic agreement with or confirmation of a statement:
yes
exactly
quite
absolutely
right
just so
indubitably
definitely
you bet


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In a precise manner: exactly
Precisely means in a precise manner: exactly1. It is often used to emphasize the precision of something, such as a measurement, time, or description12.
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Learn the meaning, synonyms, examples, and history of the adverb precisely, which means in a precise manner or exactly. Find out how to use it correctly and avoid common mistakes.