precise

Definition for precise

adjective as in exact, accurate

Strongest matches

accurate, actual, clear-cut, correct, decisive, definite, exact, explicit, literal, narrow, particular, proper, rigid, rigorous, specific, strict

Weak matches

absolute, categorical, circumscribed, determinate, express, fixed, individual, limited, nice, on the button, on the money, on the nose, on-target, restricted, right, stringent, unequivocal, very, well-defined

adjective as in meticulous, fastidious

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careful, detail-oriented, exact, formal, particular, rigid, scrupulous, strict

Weak matches

ceremonious, choosy, finicky, fussy, genteel, inflexible, nice, persnickety, picky, priggish, prim, prissy, punctilious, stickling, stiff, stuffy, uncompromising

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The precise stance it takes on taxation ahead of the next general election, however, is not yet clear.

From BBC

Ultimately, Hoffman said, the U.S. does need a clear and precise law on domestic terrorism.

From Los Angeles Times

Although Robinson reportedly had recently adopted different political views, his precise motives remain unclear.

From Salon

He also questioned the precise difference between someone posting content to their personal social media account and promoting a brand, saying that it’s become difficult to know where to draw the line.

From Los Angeles Times

The coming days are expected to provide more clarity regarding the precise reasons for Gnakadé's arrest.

From BBC

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