Correctness: meaning, definitions and examples
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correctness
[ kəˈrɛktnəs ]
noun
The quality of being true, accurate, or free from error; conformity to fact or truth.
Synonyms
accuracy, exactness, precision, rightness
Examples of usage
- It is important to check the correctness of the data before making any conclusions.
- Her work is known for its high level of correctness and attention to detail.
Translations
Translations of the word "correctness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 correção
🇮🇳 सहीपन
🇩🇪 Richtigkeit
🇮🇩 kebenaran
🇺🇦 правильність
🇵🇱 poprawność
🇯🇵 正確さ
🇫🇷 exactitude
🇪🇸 corrección
🇹🇷 doğruluk
🇰🇷 정확성
🇸🇦 صحة
🇨🇿 správnost
🇸🇰 správnosť
🇨🇳 正确性
🇸🇮 pravilnost
🇮🇸 réttmæti
🇰🇿 дұрыстық
🇬🇪 სისწორე
🇦🇿 dəqiqlik
🇲🇽 corrección
Word origin
The word 'correctness' originated from the Middle English word 'correctnesse', which came from the Old French word 'correcteness'. The concept of correctness has always been valued in various fields, including academia, science, and communication. It is essential for conveying accurate information and maintaining credibility. The emphasis on correctness has evolved over time with the advancement of technology and the need for precision in data and communication.
See also: autocorrect, correctable, corrected, correcting, correction, corrections, corrective, correctly, corrector, incorrectly, incorrectness.