Accuracy: meaning, definitions and examples

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accuracy

 

[ ˈækjərəsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

measurement

The quality or state of being correct or precise.

Synonyms

correctness, exactness, precision

Examples of usage

  • Her work is known for its accuracy and attention to detail.
  • The accuracy of the data is crucial for making informed decisions.
Context #2 | Noun

shooting

The degree to which a given measurement agrees with the actual value.

Synonyms

correctness, exactness, precision

Examples of usage

  • The accuracy of his aim was impressive.
  • The rifle is known for its high level of accuracy.
Context #3 | Noun

technology

The degree to which a given piece of information is true or conforms to reality.

Synonyms

correctness, exactness, precision

Examples of usage

  • The accuracy of the GPS system is essential for navigation.
  • The accuracy of the weather forecast depends on various factors.

Translations

Translations of the word "accuracy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 precisão

🇮🇳 सटीकता (Satīkta)

🇩🇪 Genauigkeit

🇮🇩 ketepatan

🇺🇦 точність

🇵🇱 dokładność

🇯🇵 正確さ (Seikakusa)

🇫🇷 précision

🇪🇸 precisión

🇹🇷 doğruluk

🇰🇷 정확성 (Jeonghwakseong)

🇸🇦 دقة (Diqqa)

🇨🇿 přesnost

🇸🇰 presnosť

🇨🇳 准确性 (Zhǔnquè xìng)

🇸🇮 natančnost

🇮🇸 nákvæmni

🇰🇿 дәлдік (däldik)

🇬🇪 სიმართლე (simartle)

🇦🇿 dəqiqlik

🇲🇽 precisión

Etymology

The word 'accuracy' originated from the Latin word 'accuratus', which means done with care or thoroughness. Its usage dates back to the 16th century, where it was primarily used in the context of precision and correctness. Over the years, 'accuracy' has become a fundamental concept in various fields such as science, technology, and sports, emphasizing the importance of being correct and precise in measurements and information.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,425, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.