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| Main Entry: | carefully |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | cautiously; painstakingly |
| Synonyms: | correctly, deliberately, delicately, exactly, faithfully, fully, gingerly, honorably, laboriously, particularly, precisely, reliably, scrupulously, thoroughly, warily, anxiously, attentively, circumspectly, concernedly, conscientiously, dependably, discreetly, fastidiously, guardedly, heedfully, in detail, meticulously, providently, prudently, punctiliously, regardfully, rigorously, solicitously, thoughtfully, trustily, uprightly, vigilantly, watchfully, with forethought, with reservations |
| Antonyms: | carelessly, incautiously, thoughtlessly, uncarefully |
| Main Entry: | advisedly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | with due consideration |
| Synonyms: | carefully, cautiously, deliberately, intentionally, consciously, discreetly, prudently, thoughtfully |
| Main Entry: | busily |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | actively; intently |
| Synonyms: | briskly, carefully, eagerly, earnestly, energetically, hastily, industriously, laboriously, nimbly, seriously, speedily, strenuously, vigorously, zealously, agilely, animatedly, ardently, arduously, assiduously, diligently, enthusiastically, expeditiously, fervently, hurriedly, indefatigably, like all get out, like the devil, like the dickens, painstakingly, perseveringly, persistently, purposefully, restlessly, spiritedly, studiously, unremittingly, unweariedly, vigilantly, vivaciously |
| Antonyms: | quietly, idly, inactively |
| Main Entry: | exactly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | accurately, particularly |
| Synonyms: | absolutely, altogether, bang*, carefully, completely, correctly, definitely, expressly, faithfully, for sure*, indeed, just, literally, on the nose*, positively, precisely, quite, right, scrupulously, severely, sharp, specifically, square, strictly, totally, truly, truthfully, utterly, wholly, explicitly, faultlessly, for a fact, for certain, in every respect, methodically, no mistake, on the dot, on the money, on the nail, rigorously, the ticket, unequivocally, unerringly, veraciously |
| Antonyms: | inaccurately, inexactly |
* = informal/non-formal usage
| Main Entry: | kindly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | with compassion |
| Synonyms: | agreeably, carefully, cordially, courteously, delicately, generously, helpfully, politely, sympathetically, tenderly, well, affectionately, benevolently, benignly, charitably, compassionately, considerately, genially, good-naturedly, graciously, heedfully, humanely, solicitously, thoughtfully, tolerantly, understandingly |
| Antonyms: | disagreeably, inconsiderately, unkindly |
| Main Entry: | narrowly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | just, closely |
| Synonyms: | almost, barely, carefully, close, nearly, scarcely, by a hair, by a whisker, by narrow margin, only just, painstakingly, scrutinizingly |
| Antonyms: | carelessly, imprecisely |
| Main Entry: | cautiously |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | tentatively |
| Synonyms: | carefully, slowly, guardedly |
| Main Entry: | defensively |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | suspiciously |
| Synonyms: | carefully, at bay, in self-defense, on the defensive |
| Antonyms: | offensively |
| Main Entry: | hesitantly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | dubiously |
| Synonyms: | carefully, falteringly, shyly |
| Main Entry: | reluctantly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | under protest |
| Synonyms: | carefully, cautiously, hesitantly, unwillingly, warily, grudgingly, involuntarily, unenthusiastically |
| Main Entry: | safely |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | securely |
| Synonyms: | carefully, cautiously, guardedly, harmlessly, with safety, without danger, without harm |
| Main Entry: | scientifically |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | reliably |
| Synonyms: | accurately, carefully, exactly, dependably |
| Main Entry: | scrupulously |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | exactly |
| Synonyms: | accurately, carefully, precisely, devotedly, flawlessly, meticulously, punctiliously |
| Main Entry: | shrewdly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | astutely |
| Synonyms: | ably, carefully, cleverly, deliberately, intelligently, knowingly, slyly, smartly, adroitly, artfully, coolly, cunningly, deceptively, deftly, facilely, foxily, guilefully, judiciously, keenly, perspicaciously, sagaciously, skillfully, trickily |
| Main Entry: | warily |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | suspiciously |
| Synonyms: | carefully, cautiously, vigilantly, watchfully |
| Main Entry: | wisely |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | prudently |
| Synonyms: | carefully, intelligently, knowingly, shrewdly, discerningly, discreetly, judiciously, sagely, sensibly |
| Antonyms: | foolishly, stupidly, unthinkingly |
| Main Entry: | thoroughly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | exhaustively |
| Synonyms: | all, carefully, completely, earnestly, exceedingly, exceptionally, extremely, flat out*, fully, hard, highly, inside out*, intensely, notably, scrupulously, throughout, very, whole hog*, wholly, assiduously, comprehensively, conscientiously, efficiently, from A to Z, from top to bottom, hugely, in and out, in detail, intensively, meticulously, painstakingly, remarkably, strikingly, sweepingly, through and through, unremittingly, up and down |
| Antonyms: | incompletely, partially, superficially, inexhaustively |
* = informal/non-formal usage
| Main Entry: | well |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | happily, pleasantly; capably |
| Synonyms: | ably, accurately, adequately, agreeably, carefully, closely, competently, completely, correctly, effectively, excellently, favorably, fully, nicely, profoundly, properly, rightly, satisfactorily, smoothly, splendidly, strongly, successfully, suitably, thoroughly, adeptly, admirably, attentively, capitally, commendably, conscientiously, efficiently, expertly, famously, in a satisfactory manner, irreproachably, proficiently, skillfully, soundly, with skill |
| Notes: | using good as an adverb in place of well ("she dances real good," "he did good") is nonstandard usage - so, it would be best to say "she dances very well," "he did well" well is an adverb to describe an activity; good is an adjective to describe a condition or state |
| Antonyms: | badly, incapably, unpleasantly |
| Main Entry: | tenderly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb1 |
| Definition: | softly |
| Synonyms: | carefully, delicately, gently, gingerly, lightly, mildly |
| Main Entry: | painfully |
| Part of Speech: | adverb2 |
| Definition: | with extreme care |
| Synonyms: | carefully, slowly, painstakingly, tortuously |
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