Synonyms for

Expressly

Verb / eˈkspresli: / Another word for expressly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Expressly means for a particular purpose or clearly and explicitly stated.

Synonyms & similar words

clearly explicitly specifically precisely definitely distinctly plainly unmistakably unequivocally categorically emphatically decidedly certainly surely absolutely positively directly overtly openly frankly

Synonyms by register

Formal

explicitly clearly distinctly manifestly

Informal

plainly obviously definitely for sure

Literary

avowedly purposely intentionally

Antonyms

vaguely implicitly unclearly obscurely ambiguously indirectly

Common collocations

  • expressly forbidden
  • expressly stated
  • expressly agreed
  • expressly designed
  • expressly for
  • expressly prohibited
  • expressly authorized

Word family

noun expression
verb express
adjective express
adverb expressly

Usage note

Used to emphasize that something is done or stated in a very clear and direct way, leaving no room for doubt. Often used in legal or formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. She expressly told her mother that she wanted a chocolate cake for her birthday.
  2. The contract expressly stated that the work must be completed in three months.
  3. He expressly asked for a room with a view of the ocean.
  4. The invitation expressly stated that the dress code was formal.
  5. The law expressly prohibits smoking in public places.

Quotes

  • The Constitution expressly grants every American the right to free speech.
  • The contract expressly stated that any changes must be agreed upon in writing.
  • The recipe expressly called for two cups of flour and one cup of sugar.

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