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
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.
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Companies and creators who want to lead must invest in processes and structures that support accuracy and correct errors.
—
Rhea Wessel, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
This group’s past five-year forecasts have proven to be highly accurate on a global scale, the report noted, with less accuracy for predictions on more regional levels.
—Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
Dobbs had a pass batted at the line and also had some issues with accuracy, throwing high to wide receiver Efton Chism and behind tight end CJ Dippre.
Studs
RB Lan Larison: The undrafted rookie out of UC Davis continues to see an increase of work with Stevenson limited.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 28 May 2025
For accuracy, take a second blood pressure measurement one minute after the first.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 27 May 2025
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Rhea Wessel, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
This group’s past five-year forecasts have proven to be highly accurate on a global scale, the report noted, with less accuracy for predictions on more regional levels.
—Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
Dobbs had a pass batted at the line and also had some issues with accuracy, throwing high to wide receiver Efton Chism and behind tight end CJ Dippre.
Studs
RB Lan Larison: The undrafted rookie out of UC Davis continues to see an increase of work with Stevenson limited.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 28 May 2025
For accuracy, take a second blood pressure measurement one minute after the first.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 27 May 2025
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“Accuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accuracy. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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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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