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exact

[ig-zakt] / ɪgˈzækt /
ADJECTIVE
accurate, precise
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accurate correct definite explicit identical literal perfect rigorous specific true
STRONG
clear clear-cut express right
WEAK
bull's-eye careful dead on distinct downright faithful faultless methodical nailed down nice on the button on the money on the numbers on-target orderly particular precise right on sharp unequivocal unerring veracious verbal verbatim
Antonyms
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flawed imprecise inaccurate indefinite inexact loose obscure uncertain vague wrong
STRONG
ambiguous fuzzy
WEAK
approximate careless incorrect uncareful unreliable
ADJECTIVE
meticulous
Synonyms
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exacting meticulous painstaking rigorous scrupulous strict
STRONG
demanding detail-oriented
WEAK
conscientious conscionable finicky fussy heedful punctilious punctual severe
Antonyms
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careless easygoing lenient
WEAK
approximate imprecise inaccurate incorrect indefinite inexact uncareful unreliable
VERB
demand, call for
Synonyms
STRONGEST
compel extort extract impose wrest
STRONG
assess bleed call challenge claim coerce command constrain force gouge levy oblige pinch postulate require requisition solicit squeeze wrench wring
WEAK
insist upon lean on put on shake down
Antonyms
STRONG
answer disapprove free give let go receive release

Example Sentences

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Well, that’s the exact answer to the question — what gives?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

The spokesman said the majority of fares typically go to drivers, but the exact percentage varies and depends on a range of factors determined by an algorithm, including distance, location and traffic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

"The injured are currently receiving the necessary medical care, and a rescue team is searching for any missing persons," Menard said, without giving an exact figure of those injured.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

And the government has opted not to share the exact release location that is being considered in Northumberland for the safety of the birds.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

I stuck to the limit—basically—and we got the exact same score.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

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