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- [dih-stingkt-lee]
- /dɪˈstɪŋkt li/
- /dɪˈstɪŋkt/
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- [dih-stingkt-lee]
- /dɪˈstɪŋkt li/
Definitions of distinctly word
- adverb distinctly in a distinct manner; clearly: Speak more distinctly. 1
- adverb distinctly without doubt; unmistakably. 1
- noun distinctly In a way that is readily distinguishable by the senses; clearly. 1
- adverb distinctly sight, sound: clearly 1
- adverb distinctly unmistakably 1
- adverb distinctly noticeably 1
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Origin of distinctly
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English. See distinct, -ly
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Parts of speech for Distinctly
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
distinctly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for distinctly
adv distinctly
- precisely — definitely or strictly stated, defined, or fixed: precise directions.
- sharply — having a thin cutting edge or a fine point; well-adapted for cutting or piercing: a sharp knife.
- plainly — clear or distinct to the eye or ear: a plain trail to the river; to stand in plain view.
- surely — firmly; unerringly; without missing, slipping, etc.
- unmistakably — not mistakable; clear; obvious.
adverb distinctly
- definitely — You use definitely to emphasize that something is the case, or to emphasize the strength of your intention or opinion.
- clearly — in a clear, distinct, or obvious manner
- noticeably — attracting notice or attention; capable of being noticed: a noticeable lack of interest.
- markedly — strikingly noticeable; conspicuous: with marked success.
- particularly — in a particular or to an exceptional degree; especially: He read it with particularly great interest.
Antonyms for distinctly
adverb distinctly
- vaguely — not clearly or explicitly stated or expressed: vague promises.
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