precise

/ˈprɛsɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

exactly and carefully made or done; having a clear and exact meaning

“She made precise calculations to determine the exact coordinates.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is exactly and carefully made or done; something that is exact and precise

“The precise was used by the engineer to measure the distance.”

3. verb

to make or do something exactly and carefully

“She precisely calculated the trajectory of the rocket.”

4. adverb

in a way that is exactly and carefully made or done; exactly and carefully

“The artist precisely painted the portrait.”

Synonyms

  • accurate
  • exact
  • precise

Antonyms

  • imprecise
  • inaccurate