precision (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /prɪˈsɪʒən/

Definition

The quality of being exact, accurate, and specific.

Examples

• The engineers worked with incredible precision to assemble the delicate machinery.

• Scientists need to measure data with a high degree of precision.

• Her answer lacked precision, making it hard to understand her exact meaning.

Synonyms of precision

Words with a similar meaning to precision:

• accuracy
• exactness
• correctness
• specificity

Antonyms of precision

Words with the opposite meaning to precision:

• imprecision
• vagueness

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