minutely — In very small detail, or to a very small degree; extremely thoroughly.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In very small detail, or to a very small degree; extremely thoroughly.
Pronunciation (IPA): /maɪˈnutli/
Example Sentences
- My mom checks my room minutely, even counting the dust particles under my bed!
- The scientist observed the bacteria minutely through the microscope.
- She planned her wedding minutely, from the napkin color to the flower arrangement.
minutely
ADVERB[/maɪˈnutli/]
In very small detail, or to a very small degree; extremely thoroughly.
In very small detail, or to a very small degree; extremely thoroughly.
Study minutely and acutely, the truth reveals absolutely!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'minutus' meaning 'small' or 'made smaller,' which comes from the verb 'minuere' meaning 'to lessen or diminish.'
Breakdown
minut- (small, diminished) + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in the manner of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My mom checks my room minutely, even counting the dust particles under my bed!”
“The scientist observed the bacteria minutely through the microscope.”
“She planned her wedding minutely, from the napkin color to the flower arrangement.”
“The teacher graded our essays minutely, marking every single comma error.”
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