inexactly
adverb
Simple meaning
In a way not exact or precise.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ɪnɪɡˈzæktli
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
adverb
In a manner not exact or precise; inaccurately.
In an imprecise manner
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Typical Use
- Rare
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
Aura for this meaning
This meaning: In a manner not exact or precise; inaccurately.
Used this way, inexactly is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It quietly approves while staying precise.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Careful and exacting
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
Nearby words
- imprecisely , rarer, so it draws attention
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Synonyms
Sense: in a manner not exact or precise
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