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imprecise

 

[ ˌɪmprɪˈsaɪs ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

measurement

Not exact or accurate.

Synonyms

approximate, inaccurate, rough, vague

Examples of usage

  • It was an imprecise estimate of the population.
  • The imprecise measurements led to errors in the experiment.
  • The imprecise instructions caused confusion among the team.
  • The imprecise calculations resulted in a miscalculation of costs.
  • The imprecise nature of the data made it difficult to draw conclusions.
Context #2 | Adjective

language

Not clearly or sharply defined.

Synonyms

ambiguous, indefinite, unclear, vague

Examples of usage

  • His imprecise language left room for interpretation.
  • The imprecise wording of the contract led to disputes.
  • The imprecise definitions caused confusion among the students.
  • The imprecise boundaries of the property resulted in disagreements.
  • The imprecise terms of the agreement were open to misinterpretation.

Translations

Translations of the word "imprecise" in other languages:

🇵🇹 impreciso

🇮🇳 अस्पष्ट

🇩🇪 ungenau

🇮🇩 tidak tepat

🇺🇦 неточний

🇵🇱 niedokładny

🇯🇵 不正確な

🇫🇷 imprécis

🇪🇸 impreciso

🇹🇷 kesin olmayan

🇰🇷 부정확한

🇸🇦 غير دقيق

🇨🇿 nepřesný

🇸🇰 nepresný

🇨🇳 不准确的

🇸🇮 netočen

🇮🇸 óákveðið

🇰🇿 дәл емес

🇬🇪 არაზუსტი

🇦🇿 dəqiq olmayan

🇲🇽 impreciso

Etymology

The word 'imprecise' originates from the Latin word 'impræcisus', which means 'not precise'. The term has been in use since the 17th century and has evolved to describe something that is not exact or accurate. Over time, 'imprecise' has become a common adjective used in various contexts to highlight the lack of precision or clarity in a given situation.

See also: imprecisely, precisely, preciseness, precision.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,225, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.