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minutely

 

[ ˈmɪnətli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

time interval

Minutely refers to something that occurs every minute or with great frequency. It can also pertain to paying attention to very small details. This term is often used in the context of activities that require precision and regularity, such as monitoring or reporting activities at short intervals. Additionally, it can imply meticulousness when discussing an examination of details in a situation or object.

Synonyms

carefully, every minute, precisely

Examples of usage

  • The report is updated minutely.
  • She checks her phone minutely during the meeting.
  • The data is analyzed minutely for accuracy.

Translations

Translations of the word "minutely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 minuciosamente

🇮🇳 बारीकी से

🇩🇪 minutiös

🇮🇩 secara mendetail

🇺🇦 докладно

🇵🇱 dokładnie

🇯🇵 詳細に

🇫🇷 minutieusement

🇪🇸 minuciosamente

🇹🇷 ayrıntılı olarak

🇰🇷 상세하게

🇸🇦 بدقة

🇨🇿 podrobně

🇸🇰 podrobne

🇨🇳 详细地

🇸🇮 natančno

🇮🇸 nákvæmlega

🇰🇿 нақты

🇬🇪 დეტალურად

🇦🇿 dəqiqliklə

🇲🇽 minuciosamente

Etymology

The word 'minutely' is derived from the Latin word 'minutus', which means 'small' or 'minute'. The term evolved into Middle French before entering the English language in the late 15th century. Initially, it was used in the context of time, referring to events or actions that occurred every minute, highlighting a sense of frequency and regularity. Over the years, its usage expanded to encompass detailed examination or consideration, reflecting an attention to small aspects of a subject. Today, 'minutely' is commonly used in both everyday language and formal contexts, particularly in scientific and analytical discussions, where precision is essential.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,218, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.