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Synonyms & Similar Words
precision
correctness
exactness
preciseness
accuracy
fidelity
faithfulness
closeness
proximity
nearness
meticulousness
carefulness
thoroughness
rigor
strictness
scrupulousness
conscientiousness
attention
attentiveness
vigilance
watchfulness
mindfulness
exactitude
nicety
fineness
delicacy
subtlety
refinement
nuance
detail
careful attention
thorough examination
rigorous testing
precise measurement
exact calculation
Meaning of Accuracy
The state of being correct or precise.
Definitions
- The quality or state of being correct or precise
- The degree to which something is free from error or inaccuracy
- The quality of being near to the true value or target
Etymology of Accuracy
The word "accuracy" comes from the Latin "accurare", which means "to take care of" or "to be careful", derived from "curare", meaning "to care for"
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the quality of being correct or precise
Example Uses
- The company prides itself on the accuracy of its financial reports
- The scientist spent years refining the accuracy of her experiment
- The athlete's accuracy in shooting was impressive, with a high percentage of successful shots
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
inaccuracy
error
mistake
incorrectness
imprecision
carelessness
negligence
sloppiness
laxity
looseness
vagueness
ambiguity
uncertainty
doubt
inexactness
roughness
coarseness
crudeness
clumsiness
awkwardness
ineptness
incompetence