inaccurate
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What does inaccurate mean?
Inaccurate describes something that is incorrect, false, or not quite right, as in I came home at 9:30 last night, so saying I was out all night is inaccurate.
Inaccurate is the opposite of accurate, which describes something being free of defects or errors. You might describe a scale is inaccurate if it doesnât show the precise weight of something.
Inaccurate can also describe something that is wrong or untrue. You could claim that the lie your brother told about you is inaccurate, especially if thereâs a bit of truth in what he said but overall itâs wrong.
Example: The results of the test were inaccurate, but they can be used to improve the next one.
Where does inaccurate come from?
The first records of the term inaccurate come from around 1730. It combines the Latin prefix in–, which has a negative force, and the Latin accĆ«rÄtus, meaning âcarefully prepared.â
Inaccurate can mean âimpreciseâ in the sense that the thing being described is not perfectly correct. However, imprecise can also mean âvague or ill-defined,â while inaccurate does not. Being precise with your word choice will help to speak and write more accurately, which other people will appreciate.
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What are some other forms related to inaccurate?
- inaccurately (adverb)
- inaccurateness (noun)
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How is inaccurate used in real life?
Inaccurate is often used in research or education.
iâm no longer bothered by inaccurate perceptions of me. i just live my life w kindness and honesty. thatâs all we can do.
— Andrea Russett (@AndreaRussett) July 11, 2019
Just confirmed from Roc Nation — The reports of Jay-Z setting up funds for Nipsey's kids are inaccurate.
Please don't spread it. In these sensitive times, folks (especially celebs/artists) should double verify the source before posting something.
— Navjosh (@Navjosh) April 4, 2019
MEDIA: Reports of looting are inaccurate & unnecessarily put our community on edge. Please refrain from erroneous reporting at this time.
— Orlando Police (@OrlandoPolice) September 10, 2017
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Is inaccurate used correctly in the following sentence?
The speaker claimed that the sun rises in the west, which is inaccurate.