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

Synonyms of accuracy

• precision
• preciseness
• perfection

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Everyday Health follows strict sourcing guidelines to ensure the accuracy of its content, outlined in our editorial policy. —Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Feb. 2026

The organizers’ concern was not historical accuracy but political resonance. —Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026

Lardis also participated in the accuracy-shooting event Tuesday, in which four targets were placed on the corners of the net and the All-Stars had to hit them in the fewest amount of shots. —Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026

Why this message is designed to scare This scam relies on presentation, not accuracy. —Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

accur(ate) + -acy

First Known Use

1644, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for accuracy

• inaccuracy

Kids Definition

accuracy

noun

ac·​cu·​ra·​cy ˈak-yə-rə-sē 

plural accuracies

1

: freedom from error : correctness

2

: conformity to a standard : exactness