exactly
adverb
- precisely
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ɪɡˈzæk(t).li/
adv
Etymology: From exact + -ly.
- Without approximation; precisely.
“Measure exactly so we can be sure it is right.”
“The edge is not exactly straight.”
- Precisely, used to provide emphasis.
“He did it that way exactly to prove the point.”
“His hair is a semilong dull red and pulled back in a sloppy pony at the base of his neck, and his face is riddled with small freckles and grease, but out here I can see personal hygiene isn't exactly at the top of the priority list.”
intj
Etymology: From exact + -ly.
- Signifies agreement or recognition.
“So you're saying that we have only three days left? — Yes, exactly!”