Exact (en. Exact)

/ɛɡzakt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is in accordance with the request or standard.
He gave exact instructions for the project.
Il a donné des instructions exactes pour le projet.
Which does not vary by an iota.
She reproduced the drawing exactly.
Elle a reproduit le dessin de manière exacte.
Which leaves no room for uncertainty.
The results of the experiment were exact.
Les résultats de l'expérience étaient exacts.

Etymology

From the Latin 'exactus', past participle of 'exigere', which means 'to demand'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

exactly
In a precise manner.
exactement
that is correct
That is true.
c'est exact
to give an exact answer
To provide a precise answer.
donner une réponse exacte
to be exact in one's statements
To be precise in one's statements.
être exact dans ses propos
exact calculation
Calculation that contains no errors.
calcul exact

Related Words

exactness
Character of that which is exact.
exactitude
exactor
One who acts exactly.
exacteur
exactness
Quality of that which is exact.
exactness
requirement
Condition or criteria to be met.
exigence

Slang Meanings

Okay, that's it.
When I was asked if I wanted to go, I replied: Exactly!
Quand on m'a demandé si je voulais y aller, j'ai répondu : Exact!
It corresponds perfectly.
What you are saying is exact, we should follow this plan.
Ce que tu dis est exact, on devrait suivre ce plan.
Without a doubt.
It is exact that we have a meeting tomorrow.
C'est exact que nous avons un rendez-vous demain.