Exatamente
Example: Ela explicou exatamente o que aconteceu na reunião ontem.
Definition
"Exatamente" is an adverb used to indicate that something is done or described with complete accuracy or precision, without any deviation or error. It emphasizes that the details or facts are correct and fully correspond to reality.
Etymology
The word "exatamente" comes from the Latin 'exactus,' meaning 'precise' or 'exact,' combined with the Portuguese adverbial suffix '-mente,' which forms adverbs. Did you know? The root 'exactus' originally referred to something thoroughly done or driven out, highlighting the idea of something finished with precision.
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