Exactly

adverb

/ɪɡˈzæk(t)li/

Word Frequency: 46.9

Definitions

1.adverb(manner) without approximation; precisely.

"He divided the coins exactly in half."

2.adverb(focus) Used to provide emphasis.

"He did it that way exactly to prove the point."

3.interjectionSignifies agreement or recognition.

"So you're saying that we have only three days left? — Yes, exactly!"

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