finely

Meaning 1: Description

In a way that is very thin, small, or precise; with great attention to detail.

Examples

• The artist had finely detailed the miniature portrait.
• He finely tuned the instrument until it was perfect.

Meaning 2: Health

In a way that is healthy and good for you.

Examples

• He eats very finely, focusing on fresh vegetables and lean protein.
• The doctor recommended a finely balanced diet for her recovery.

Pronunciation: /ˈfaɪnli/

How to Use finely

finely chopped (collocation)

Cut into very small pieces. — "She finely chopped the garlic for the stir-fry."

finely ground (collocation)

Crushed into very small particles. — "This spice must be finely ground for the sauce to be smooth."

finely tuned (collocation)

Adjusted with great precision for optimal performance. — "The car's engine was finely tuned for maximum efficiency."

Synonyms of finely

Words with a similar meaning to finely:

• thinly
• precisely
• delicately
• meticulously

Antonyms of finely

Words with the opposite meaning to finely:

• coarsely
• broadly