accuracy

/ˈækjusəri/

Definitions

1. noun

the quality, state, or fact of being true or exact; correctness or precision of representation

“The photographer’s goal was to capture the scene with high accuracy.”

2. noun

the state or quality of being precise or exact in expression or thought

“Her writing was characterized by a high level of accuracy and clarity.”

3. noun

the degree of closeness to the truth or to a standard

“The experiment aimed to achieve a high level of accuracy in its results.”

4. noun

the state of being free from error or inaccuracy

“The software update improved the overall accuracy of the system.”

5. noun

the quality of being precise or exact in measurement or calculation

“The engineer ensured that the measurements were accurate to the millimeter.”

6. adjective

exact and precise in expression or thought

“The accurate description of the scene was appreciated by the artist.”

7. adjective

precise or exact in measurement or calculation

“The accurate measurements allowed the architect to create a precise model.”

8. verb

to make something accurate or exact

“The software was designed to accurately translate languages.”

Synonyms

  • exactness
  • precision
  • truthfulness

Antonyms

  • imprecision
  • inaccuracy
  • inexactness