Accurate

/ˈakjʊrət/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

free from error, precise and exact.

The scientist's calculations were so accurate that they surprised everyone.

correct in all details; exact.

The map was not only detailed but also accurate.

conforming exactly to fact; true.

Her portrayal of the historical events was accurate and well-researched.

From Latin 'accuratus', past participle of 'accurare' meaning 'to take care of, to be careful about'.

accurate as a clock

extremely precise and dependable.

accurate reflection

a true representation of reality or facts.

accurate information

data or facts that are correct.

precision

the quality of being accurate and exact.

correctness

the quality or state of being free from error.

validity

the quality of being logically or factually sound.

on point

Her analysis of the market trends was totally on point.

spot on

His guess about the outcome was spot on.

hitting the nail on the head

You really hit the nail on the head with that observation.