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

Shortly after the book was published, criticism came loudly, most focusing on the book’s historical inaccuracies and genealogical fabrications. — Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026

Take stock of what major AI models say about your brand, and correct inaccuracies through new source material. — Amy Packard Berry, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

The tech company operates 120,000 cameras in every state but Alaska and has been the subject of heightened controversy as stories of inaccuracy and misuse proliferated in recent months. — Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 16 Aug. 2026

This story was updated to add new information and because an earlier version had an inaccuracy. — Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 13 Aug. 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