Pronunciation

/ɪɡˈzækt/

Definitions

• Adjective: Precisely accurate; not approximate or estimated. For example: “The exact measurements are crucial for this recipe.”
  • Formal Definition: Conforming exactly to a description, standard, or fact; precise, correct.

    “She demanded an exact replica of the original painting.”

• Verb (transitive): To demand, require, or extract something, usually with great precision or rigor. For example: “The contract exacts strict adherence to deadlines.”

  “The project manager exacted perfection from his team.”

Phrases

• “To the exact letter”: Meaning to follow something precisely without deviation.
  • “The instructions must be followed to the exact letter.”
• “Exact revenge”: To take retribution in a very specific or particularly severe manner.
  • “He vowed to exact revenge on those who wronged him.”

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “She needed the exact amount of sugar for her cake batter.”
• Verb: “The company will exact penalties for late payments.”

Synonyms

• Accurate
• Precise
• Exactitude
• Exactness
• Rigorous
• Exacting (as a related adjective meaning requiring or characterized by exactness)
• Demanding (in the sense of being stringent or inflexible)

Antonyms

• Approximate
• Inexact
• Imprecise
• Rough
• Indefinite
• Unspecific

Note: As an adjective, “exact” does not have direct usage as a noun, verb, or other parts of speech typically requiring separate explanations and examples in this format. However, its use as a verb is less common than its primary use as an adjective, as shown above.