inaccurate
6 synonyms and 1 antonyms for inaccurate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Wrong or not exact; containing errors.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use inaccurate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From in- plus accurate.
Full origin of inaccurate →Frequently asked questions
What does “inaccurate” mean?
The word “inaccurate” means wrong or not exact; containing errors. In plain terms, not correct — containing mistakes or missing the true figure.
How do you pronounce “inaccurate”?
“Inaccurate” is pronounced ihn-A-kyuu-ruht (/ɪnˈæk.jə.ɹɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “inaccurate” in a sentence?
Here is “inaccurate” used in a sentence: “The news report was inaccurate and had to be corrected the next day.”
What is the opposite of “inaccurate”?
The opposite of “inaccurate” — its antonyms — is accurate.
What part of speech is “inaccurate”?
“Inaccurate” is an adjective.
Is “inaccurate” a common word?
“Inaccurate” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between inaccurate and false?
Inaccurate means wrong or not exact, often because of an error or imprecision, while false suggests something is untrue, sometimes deliberately so. A statement can be inaccurate by mistake without being false in the sense of a deliberate lie.
What is the difference between inaccurate and imprecise?
Inaccurate means containing errors or being wrong, while imprecise means lacking exactness or detail even if not strictly wrong. A measurement can be imprecise, giving only a rough figure, without being inaccurate if that rough figure is still correct.
What preposition is used with inaccurate?
Inaccurate is typically followed by 'about,' as in 'inaccurate about the dates,' or used directly before a noun, as in 'an inaccurate report.'