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Synonyms & Similar Words
inexactness
imprecision
error
mistake
inaccuracy
incorrectness
falseness
falsehood
untruth
misstatement
distortion
misrepresentation
exaggeration
inexactitude
fallacy
misconception
misapprehension
misinterpretation
misunderstanding
misjudgment
miscalculation
discrepancy
deviation
aberration
anomaly
irregularity
inconsistency
discrepancy
variation
divergence
departure
Meaning of Inaccuracy
The primary meaning of the word "Inaccuracy" refers to the state of being incorrect or inaccurate.
Definitions
- The quality or state of being incorrect or inaccurate
- A lack of precision or exactness
- A statement or fact that is not accurate
Etymology of Inaccuracy
The word "Inaccuracy" has its roots in the Latin words "in-" (meaning "not") and "accuratus" (meaning "careful" or "precise"), with "accuratus" being derived from "curare" (meaning "to take care of")
Historically, the term has been used to describe a lack of precision or exactness in various contexts, including science, mathematics, and communication
Example Uses
- The inaccuracy of the measurement led to a miscalculation of the project's costs
- The journalist was fired for spreading inaccuracy and misinformation about the politician
- The inaccuracy of the weather forecast made it difficult to plan the outdoor event
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
accuracy
precision
exactness
correctness
truth
validity
reliability
dependability
faithfulness
fidelity
authenticity
veracity
certitude
certainty
sureness
confidence
trustworthiness
credibility
soundness
validity