precision
noun · adjective
Simple meaning
The ability of a measurement to be reproduced consistently.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
pɹiˈsɪʒən
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.
noun
loosely
The state of being precise or exact; especially, both exact and accurate.
strictly
The ability of a measurement to be reproduced consistently.
adjective
Used for exact or precise measurement.
Made, or characterized by accuracy.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B1 · Intermediate
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- Varies by meaning
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This meaning: (loosely) The state of being precise or exact; especially, both exact and accurate.
Used this way, precision is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It turns up most in technical or specialist writing contexts.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Careful and exacting
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
Where it naturally appears
- Technical/specialist writing
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An extremely powerful rifle developed for the military.
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Antonyms
Sense: being precise or exact
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