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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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Economists like to strip out aircraft and vehicles to get a more precise view of industry trends.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

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

For example, Panetta says, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration developed a laser for use in space, so it had to be safe and precise.

From The Wall Street Journal • 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

Heredity, Bateson warned, would soon be shown to “follow a precise law of remarkable simplicity.”

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee