ACCURATE | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Accurate

Speech Type: Adjective

Etymology:

late 16th century: from Latin accuratus ‘done with care’, past participle of accurare, from ad- ‘towards’ + cura ‘care’

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈakjʊrət
Dialects: British English
Definition:

(especially of information, measurements, or predictions) correct in all details; exact

Short Definition:

correct in all details

Examples:
  • accurate information about the illness is essential
  • an accurate assessment
Definition:

(with reference to a weapon, missile, or shot) capable of or successful in reaching the intended target

Short Definition:

capable of or successful in reaching intended target

Examples:
  • reliable, accurate rifles
  • a player who can deliver long accurate passes to the wingers

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