exactly

Adverb

1. 1

   Without approximation; precisely.

   Measure exactly so we can be sure it is right.

   The edge is not exactly straight.

   He divided the coins exactly in half.

   He, that would write exactly, muſt avoid a Barbarous Pronunciation, and conſider for facility, or thorow miſtake, many words are not ſounded after the beſt dialect. Such as […] Wun, one.

2. 2

   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.

Interjektion

1. 1

   Signifies agreement or recognition.

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

Formen

Komparativ

more exactly

Superlativ

most exactly