inaccurate
adjective
not accurate; incorrect or untrue.
inaccurately
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a word derived from
inaccurate.
Example Sentences
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The country was long known as the "Eldest Daughter of the Church" because supposedly, but inaccurately, it was the first kingdom to convert to Christianity.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
"If a foundational concept is taught inaccurately, misunderstandings can carry into more advanced science and research," adds Dr. Edwin Johnson, Lecturer at the University of Newcastle, Australia, who co-authored the paper.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 14, 2026
On Thursday he went after Fox News correspondent Jonathan Hunt during a broadcast, accusing him of inaccurately describing the current state of the war, and telling Fox anchor Bret Baier to “straighten out” his reporters.
From Salon ● Aug. 29, 2026
Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte claimed Cook sought several mortgages in 2021 for homes in Michigan and Georgia that she inaccurately listed as primary residences, thus gaining favorable mortgage terms.
From Barron's ● Jun. 29, 2026
Most questions were answered inaccurately when they were answered at all.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
