inaccuracy

noun

in·​ac·​cu·​ra·​cy (ˌ)i-ˈna-kyə-rə-sē 

-k(ə-)rə-sē

plural inaccuracies

1

: the quality or state of being inaccurate

the inaccuracy of the statement

2

: mistake, error

corrected the inaccuracy

Synonyms of inaccuracy

• mistake
• error
• blunder

Examples of inaccuracy in a Sentence

I pointed out the inaccuracy of his statement.

The text is filled with inaccuracies.

Recent Examples on the Web

Put another way, seek primary sources as a hedge against bias and inaccuracy. — Rey Ramsey, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Additionally, coffee intake was self-reported, meaning that inaccuracies could have crept in. — Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 21 July 2026

Gilbert went on to list some of those inaccuracies, including characters’ ages and the locations where events take place in both shows. — Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026

There were a few inaccuracies delivered that left Boomer Cubs fans shaking their heads. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1755, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for inaccuracy

• accuracy

Kids Definition

inaccuracy

noun

in·​ac·​cu·​ra·​cy (ˈ)in-ˈak-yə-rə-sē 

plural inaccuracies

1

: the quality or state of being inaccurate

2

: error sense 1b, mistake