Pronunciation

/əˈkjuːrəsi/

Definitions

• Noun: The quality or state of being correct, precise, or exact in accordance with facts or standards. For example: “The watch has a high accuracy.”
• Adjective: Referring to the degree of correctness or precision in a measurement, estimation, or statement. For example: “Her typing accuracy improved with practice.”
• Verb: The act of achieving or maintaining a high level of correctness or precision. For example: “He aimed for accuracy in his calculations.”

Phrases

• “High accuracy” indicates a high level of precision.
• “Accuracy rate” refers to the proportion of correct items in a sample.
• “Achieving accuracy” means reaching a standard of correctness.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The new measuring tool ensures a high accuracy in our experiments.”
• Adjective: “She completed the task with impressive accuracy.”
• Verb: “After several revisions, the report’s accuracy was significantly improved.”

Synonyms

• Precision
• Correctness
• Fidelity
• Exactness
• Soundness

Antonyms

• Inaccuracy
• Error
• Imprecision
• Misinterpretation
• Miscalculation