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precise

[pri-sahys] / prɪˈsaɪs /
ADJECTIVE
exact, accurate
Synonyms
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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
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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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She was precise and firm but careful — as she pressed on the outside corner of my eye, I felt tension draining down the side of my cheek and neck.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Although precise dates are hard to track down, Cynthia founded Beauty and the Beast Entertainment around the time she separated from Gonzalez.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

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

A shoe’s width or a precise description of how it could be used becomes more necessary because AI chatbots tend to home in on those sorts of details to suggest products to shoppers, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Hidden in latex, molded to the shape of their earlobes, and colored to match their precise skin tones, the earpieces were completely invisible.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau