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precise

[pri-sahys] / prɪˈsaɪs /
ADJECTIVE
exact, accurate
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accurate actual clear-cut correct decisive definite exact explicit literal narrow particular proper rigid rigorous specific strict
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absolute categorical circumscribed determinate express fixed individual limited nice on the button on the money on the nose on-target restricted right stringent unequivocal very well-defined
Antonyms
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ambiguous flexible general imprecise improper inaccurate incorrect indefinite inexact lenient loose obscure tolerant uncertain unsuitable vague yielding
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careless false negligent questionable slipshod
ADJECTIVE
meticulous, fastidious
Synonyms
STRONGEST
careful detail-oriented exact formal particular rigid scrupulous strict
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ceremonious choosy finicky fussy genteel inflexible nice persnickety picky priggish prim prissy punctilious stickling stiff stuffy uncompromising
Antonyms
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careless easygoing flexible imprecise inaccurate indefinite inexact lenient tolerant uncareful unscrupulous yielding
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ambiguous loose negligent questionable slipshod

Example Sentences

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But he said he’s also looking to four prior ETF launches that were focused on hot themes and then “acted as contrary indicators in an extremely precise manner.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

MLB’s new automated ball-strike system requires precise player height measurements, leading to many players being officially shorter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

ABS uses tracking technology — 12 Hawk-Eye cameras — to determine the precise location of a pitch relative to a batter’s specific strike zone.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Lowering this noise allows for far more precise measurements.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

Elizebeth warned Wallace that the precise meaning of this kind of code was hard to prove.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.