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Definitions

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
STRONGEST
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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West Midlands Police said officers had cordoned off the scene as they work to establish the exact circumstances of the fire.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

I knew from my work that doctors, hospitals, and laboratories typically accept vastly different prices for the exact same service, depending on what insurance provider is paying.

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

The companies declined to disclose the financial terms and exact duration of the deal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Identifying the exact type of dinosaur from footprints alone can be difficult.

From Science Daily • Apr. 24, 2026

Quincy’s sneakers look brand-new, his shorts are ironed, his nails are all the same exact shape, not jagged like mine.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko

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The Merchant of Venice

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Common Core Grade 5, List 7

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"Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll, Chapters 1–3

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