as in mistake
an unintentional departure from truth or accuracy
an unfortunate inaccuracy in the report
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of inaccuracy
Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content.
—
H. Alan Scott, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy.
—Aaron Valdez, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Editor’s Note: Please be mindful that this transcript does not go through our standard editorial process and may contain inaccuracies and grammatical errors.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 28 June 2025
Additionally, researchers relied on surveys where participants self-reported their experiences with cold drink heart, which means these reports could contain inaccuracies.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 24 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for inaccuracy
H. Alan Scott, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy.
—Aaron Valdez, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Editor’s Note: Please be mindful that this transcript does not go through our standard editorial process and may contain inaccuracies and grammatical errors.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 28 June 2025
Additionally, researchers relied on surveys where participants self-reported their experiences with cold drink heart, which means these reports could contain inaccuracies.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 24 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for inaccuracy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inaccuracy
Noun
-
Skull emoji: This emoji is often used to mock someone's mistake or appearance.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
21 July 2025
-
But when mistakes are punished or hidden, innovation stops in its tracks.—
IESE Business School,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
Noun
-
Without a robust knowledge foundation, these early wins can mask serious risks—from compliance breaches to costly decision errors.—
Stéphane Donzé,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
-
Pilot error caused the crash, according to a final report from the National Transportation Safety Board.—
Perry Vandell,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
-
What happened to Josh Friedman isn’t just an HR blunder.—
Chloe Rogers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 July 2025
-
Letting Tommy Kahnle, a reliable arm, walk has turned out to be a massive blunder.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Inaccuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inaccuracy. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share