minutely

adverb

mī-ˈnüt-lē How to pronounce minutely (audio)
Definition of minutelynext
as in systematically
with attention to all aspects or details a minutely detailed analysis of the series of glitches that resulted in the blackout

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Recent Examples of minutely When the mask slipped or seemed to slip in the breakup video, however minutely, their counterparts — gay shitposters — pissed through the gap. — Paul McAdory, Them., 9 Dec. 2025 In other hands, this would cue a standard disease-of-the-week weepie, but Coixet keeps the tone lightly wistful and wise, and trains her attention ever more minutely on Rohrwacher, who along with her character, seems to blossom gradually under this steady gaze. — Jessica Kiang, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025 The statements are minutely detailed, suggesting the military keeps a close eye on its finances. — Nora Gamez Torres, Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2025 All kinds of wheels, minutely varied screws and washers, and various mystery components were crammed into the box. — Stephen Cass, IEEE Spectrum, 21 Aug. 2020 See All Example Sentences for minutely
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minutely
  1. systematically
  2. thoroughly
Adverb
  • The testing process utilized 11 distinct temperature rise and fall test platforms to simulate real operational conditions and verify system stability systematically.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2026
  • This foundational process involves systematically exploring emerging trends, product solutions, customer segments, and economic sales drivers.
    — Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of systematically
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  • The Iran fiasco has thoroughly exposed the hollowness of hawkish calls for war and promises of decisive action.
    — MARC LYNCH, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Gregory drew her as mean, menacing, and thoroughly indifferent to male-centric standards of beauty and decorum.
    — Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of thoroughly

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“Minutely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minutely. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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