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Pointedly

Explicitly; with emphasis; so as to make a point, especially with criticism

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adverb
  1. 1

    Explicitly; with emphasis; so as to make a point, especially with criticism

  2. 2

    Wittily or pithily

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WordDefinition
specificallyIn a specific manner, applying to or naming a particular thing or things, expressly, explicitly.
precisely(manner) In a precise manner; exactly.
stronglyVery much.
acutelyIn an acute manner
sharplyRapidly, abruptly.
harshlyIn a harsh manner; severely.
pointinglyIn a manner that points out or indicates.
emphaticallyIn an emphatic manner; with emphasis.
markedlyIn a marked manner; distinctly, noticeably, conspicuously.
notably(focus) As a pointed example; in a notable manner.
exactly(manner) Without approximation; precisely.
pronouncedlyIn a pronounced manner; markedly, distinctively.
expressedly(chiefly nonstandard or archaic) In a way that is expressed or made explicit.
glaringly(figurative) So as to be highly visible or obvious; so as to attract notice or attention.
expresslyIn an express or explicit manner; in a clear or specific manner.
explicitlyIn an explicit manner.
intentlyIn an intent or focused manner.
pointfullyIn a pointful way.
conspicuouslyIn a conspicuous manner; noticeably.
perspicuouslyWith clarity and lucidity.

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