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accurate

[ak-yer-it] / ˈæk yər ɪt /
ADJECTIVE
precise
Synonyms
STRONGEST
authentic careful correct definite detailed exact factual meticulous proper rigorous scientific skillful solid specific strict systematic true
WEAK
close concrete defined deft discriminating discriminative distinct explicit faithful genuine judicious just literal matter-of-fact methodical on the button on the money on the nose particular punctilious punctual regular right rigid scrupulous severe sharp ultraprecise unerring unmistakable veracious
Antonyms
STRONGEST
careless counterfeit easygoing false general imprecise improper inaccurate incorrect indefinite inexact lenient uncareful uncertain undetailed unreal unreliable unsuitable untrustworthy vague
WEAK
doubtful erroneous faulty lax misleading mistaken questionable untruthful wrong
ADJECTIVE
correct, without error
Synonyms
STRONGEST
authentic authoritative conclusive correct definite definitive exact factual perfect strict true truthful valid
WEAK
absolute actual certain errorless faultless final flawless genuine infallible irrefutable official on-target right straight undeniable undisputed unimpeachable unquestionable unrefuted veracious
Antonyms
STRONGEST
counterfeit dishonest false imprecise inaccurate incomplete inconclusive incorrect indefinite inexact invalid uncertain unreal unreliable untruthful wrong
WEAK
careless doubtful erroneous faulty lax misleading mistaken questionable vague

Example Sentences

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Ahead of that appearance, Cooper wrote to committee chair Dame Emily Thornberry, saying she had asked for a review of the information given to the committee to ensure it is "fully accurate".

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

It’s less juxtaposition for juxtaposition’s sake and more an accurate reflection of the breakneck duality of living in a place like L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

As researchers continue to scale up this approach, it could open the door to more accurate and efficient predictions across a wide range of scientific and engineering applications.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

But history shows this sample offers an accurate read on the entire earnings season — and the economy as a whole, according to Nick Raich, CEO at The Earnings Scout, which tracks corporate earnings trends.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

“I estimate five,” said Cassiopeia, who believed it was important to be accurate when speaking about numbers.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood

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