accuracy
noun
ac·cu·ra·cy
ˈa-kyə-rə-sē 
ˈa-k(ə-)rə-
plural accuracies
1
: freedom from mistake or error : correctness
checked the novel for historical accuracy
2
a
: conformity to truth or to a standard or model : exactness
impossible to determine with accuracy the number of casualties
b
: degree of conformity of a measure to a standard or a true value compare precision entry 1 sense 2a
Synonyms
Examples of accuracy in a Sentence
Each experiment is performed twice to ensure accuracy.
The police questioned the accuracy of his statement.
He could not say with any accuracy what he had seen.
Several managers have tried to increase the speed and accuracy of the workers.
Recent Examples on the Web
Your question may be edited for accuracy and clarity.
—
Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2024
Additionally, a pediatrician and neonatologist on our Review Board reviewed this article for medical accuracy and integrity around safe sleep practices and blanket use.
—Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 4 Apr. 2024
The technology used cameras and sensors to track items customers left its stores with, but actually relied on over 1,000 workers in India who watched and labeled videos to check for accuracy.
—Britney Nguyen, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2024
Accusations and recollections demand accuracy and detail.
—Barbara Bry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Apr. 2024
Under perfect conditions, when all systems are a go, this blend of internal navigation abilities can also improve directional accuracy.
—Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 1 Apr. 2024
There’s no real difference in accuracy between digital and analog pool thermometers, but digital reading is a lot faster.
—Staff Author Published, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2024
Meeta Anand, senior director of census and data equity at the Leadership Conference on Human and Civil Rights, an umbrella organization of various civil rights groups, sees these changes as more than a step toward accuracy.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2024
Significant Stats Figueiredo lands 3.08 significant strikes per minute with a striking accuracy of 55 percent.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2024
Additionally, a pediatrician and neonatologist on our Review Board reviewed this article for medical accuracy and integrity around safe sleep practices and blanket use.
—Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 4 Apr. 2024
The technology used cameras and sensors to track items customers left its stores with, but actually relied on over 1,000 workers in India who watched and labeled videos to check for accuracy.
—Britney Nguyen, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2024
Accusations and recollections demand accuracy and detail.
—Barbara Bry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Apr. 2024
Under perfect conditions, when all systems are a go, this blend of internal navigation abilities can also improve directional accuracy.
—Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 1 Apr. 2024
There’s no real difference in accuracy between digital and analog pool thermometers, but digital reading is a lot faster.
—Staff Author Published, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2024
Meeta Anand, senior director of census and data equity at the Leadership Conference on Human and Civil Rights, an umbrella organization of various civil rights groups, sees these changes as more than a step toward accuracy.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2024
Significant Stats Figueiredo lands 3.08 significant strikes per minute with a striking accuracy of 55 percent.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
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accuracy
noun
ac·cu·ra·cy
ˈak-yə-rə-sē
plural accuracies
1
: freedom from error : correctness
2
: conformity to a standard : exactness
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