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
Synonyms
Examples of inaccuracy in a Sentence
I pointed out the inaccuracy of his statement.
The text is filled with inaccuracies.
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Steve Bender, Southern Living, 13 July 2024
Safi cited the frequent inaccuracy of his smartphone’s weather app to explain his reasoning.
—Rick Noack, Washington Post, 13 July 2024
His inaccuracy in this point calls into question his further assertion of objectionable links in the curriculum.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 12 July 2024
In fact, excess coverage can potentially over-saturate content, even leading to color inaccuracies when viewing sRGB images (especially in applications that don't support color management).
—PCMAG, 9 July 2024
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Steve Bender, Southern Living, 13 July 2024
Safi cited the frequent inaccuracy of his smartphone’s weather app to explain his reasoning.
—Rick Noack, Washington Post, 13 July 2024
His inaccuracy in this point calls into question his further assertion of objectionable links in the curriculum.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 12 July 2024
In fact, excess coverage can potentially over-saturate content, even leading to color inaccuracies when viewing sRGB images (especially in applications that don't support color management).
—PCMAG, 9 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for inaccuracy
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“Inaccuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inaccuracy. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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inaccuracy
noun
in·ac·cu·ra·cy
(ˈ)in-ˈak-yə-rə-sē
plural inaccuracies
1
: the quality or state of being inaccurate
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