MINUTELY Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

minutely

adverb

mī-ˈnüt-lē

Definition of minutely

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

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The strategy uses Hammett parameters to systematically tune the optical properties of iridium complexes through a process called orbital decoupling.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
The current administration has implemented sweeping overhauls to federal land management that critics argue systematically isolate underserved communities.

— Kimmie Gordon, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026

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