Emily Dickinson Lexicon

distinctly, adv. [OFr destincter, distinguish.] (webplay: spirit).

1. Clearly; plainly; translucently; in focus.
2. Definitely; unequivocally; without a doubt.
3. Perceptibly; audibly; with precise pronunciation; with careful articulation (see Nehemiah 8:8); [fig.] specifically; in a special manner; [word play on “with distinction”] honorably; nobly; with divinity; with unique superior properties.