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accurate

/ˈæk.jə.ɹɪt/

Meanings
  • Adjective

    Free from error; correct in all details.

    - "The report was accurate."
    - "His calculations were accurate."
  • Adjective

    Conforming to fact or reality; true.

    - "The news about the election results was accurate."
    - "The map was an accurate representation of the city."

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈæk.jə.ɹɪt/



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Antonyms

inaccurate
Synonyms

correct , exact , just , nice , particular
Rhymes
Words rhyming with accurate
adventure , deliver , reverberate , sustainable
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,
  1. accrue (English) : Growing, increasing

  2. accurse (English) : To condemn or curse


Variants
List of all variants of accurate that leads to same result
accurate , accurateness , accuratenesses
Forms
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The comparative form of 'accurate' is 'more accurate'. The superlative form is 'most accurate'. The verb form is 'accurate' (to make or become accurate).


Etymology
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From Old French 'acurat', from 'acurer' - to sharpen, to take care, to mend.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'accurate' comes from the Old French word 'acurat', which means 'sharp' or 'keen'.

  2. Accurate measurements were crucial in the development of modern science.

  3. In the field of journalism, accuracy is considered a cornerstone of ethical reporting.


Related Concepts
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  1. Precision: The degree of closeness of an approximation to the true value or behavior.

  2. Error: The difference between the true value and the measured value.


Culture
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The term 'accurate' has been used extensively in various fields such as science, mathematics, and journalism. In science, accurate measurements and calculations are crucial for discovering new knowledge and developing theories. In mathematics, the concept of accuracy is essential for solving problems and proving theorems. In journalism, accurate reporting is crucial for maintaining the credibility of the media and informing the public.

How to Memorize "accurate"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a clock with all the hands pointing to the correct time. Imagine yourself double-checking your work to ensure it's accurate.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'accurate' with the word 'truth'. Remember, if something is accurate, it's true and correct.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic: 'A Curious Cat Aims To Catch The Accurate' - A Curious Cat Always Aims To Catch The Accurate Information.


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