imprecisely

Meaning

In a way that is not exact, accurate, or clearly defined.

Examples

• The witness described the suspect's height imprecisely, making it difficult for the police to create a sketch.
• She tried to explain the complex theory, but her words conveyed the concept somewhat imprecisely.

Pronunciation: /ɪmprɪˈsaɪsli/

How to Use imprecisely

describe imprecisely (collocation)

To give a description that lacks exact details. — "He tried to describe the events imprecisely, hoping to avoid blame."

measure imprecisely (collocation)

To take measurements that are not accurate. — "The old scale measured weight imprecisely, leading to inconsistent results."

define imprecisely (collocation)

To explain something without clear or exact boundaries. — "The contract defined the terms imprecisely, causing future disputes."

Synonyms of imprecisely

Words with a similar meaning to imprecisely:

• vaguely
• loosely
• inexactly
• ambiguously

Antonyms of imprecisely

Words with the opposite meaning to imprecisely:

• precisely
• accurately
• exactly