Synonyms of precision

precision

noun

pri-ˈsi-zhən 

as in accuracy

the quality or state of being very accurate

the company that measures TV ratings prides itself on the precision of its calculations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• accuracy
• preciseness
• perfection
• exactness
• exactitude
• fidelity
• definiteness
• rigor
• fineness
• truth
• nicety
• veracity
• definitiveness
• accurateness
• delicacy
• rigorousness
• closeness
• ultraprecision
• correctness
• strictness
• subtlety
• rightness
• determinacy
• meticulousness
• fastidiousness
• carefulness
• definitude
• care
• persnicketiness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• inaccuracy
• roughness
• imprecision
• approximation
• coarseness
• roundness
• inexactness
• inexactitude
• impreciseness
• carelessness
• wrongness
• incorrectness
• falsity
• guesswork
• looseness
• falseness
• vagueness
• indefiniteness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of precision

Moreover, Europe’s growing assertiveness on nuclear issues is happening in parallel with the deployment of conventional deep-strike precision weapons near Russian borders. — Dmitry Adamsky, Foreign Affairs, 21 Oct. 2026

For the book, Pendleton applies a new level of precision and rigor to the presentation of his visual language. — Brianna J. Heath, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026

The highly complex system is designed to improve the watch’s precision and stability, while its open-work construction offers an unobstructed view of the mechanical choreography happening beneath the dial. — Taylor Stoddard, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2026

Rows of look-alike chorines would position their limbs in formation to create enormous kaleidoscopic designs, functioning in precision like an all-blonde, semi-nude, female Marine troop. — David Hajdu, Vanity Fair, 20 Oct. 2026