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

But his inaccuracy in the playoffs proved costly as Green Bay blew a 21-3 halftime lead. —Steve Megargee, Baltimore Sun, 8 May 2026

The 23-year-old started only 15 games through his first two seasons because of injuries, inaccuracy and immaturity that led to a two-game benching in 2024. —James Boyd, New York Times, 4 May 2026

You're entitled to a free copy of your ChexSystems report and can dispute inaccuracies or resolve outstanding issues directly. —Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 1 May 2026

Casablanca co-screenwriter Julius Epstein opined about inaccuracies in film history books. —Chris Yogerst, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 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