exactitude

noun (exactitude; uncountable)

«exactitude» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

(formal) Exactitude is the quality of being completely exact, correct and careful about small details. tree →

In the lessons

A formal word for exactness or precision, used in science, maths and careful work: measuring with exactitude, describing events with exactitude. In stories it describes a careful character, like a watchmaker or a detective. Phrases: «with exactitude», «scientific exactitude».

Examples

The scientist measured the liquid with great exactitude. tree →
We can't say with exactitude when the castle was built. tree →
The watchmaker worked with exactitude. tree →
Maps need exactitude, or ships may get lost. tree →
The detective described the room with exactitude. tree →
Exam markers check answers with exactitude. tree →

Note

Uncountable, formal. Everyday words: exactness, accuracy, precision. In maths, an exact answer is not rounded: 1/3 is exact, 0.33 is only approximate.

On Mova

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