korrekt — meaning in English
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English meaning
- correct adj Free from mistakes; accurate or true.
- grammatical adjective Following the rules of grammar of a language.
- punctilious adj Very careful about small details, especially rules or correct behavior.
- seemly adj Describes behavior that is proper and fitting for the occasion.
- true adj Matching the actual facts; correct or accurate.
Senses
korrekt is used for these senses in English:
- above-board In open sight; without trick, concealment, or deception. [First attested in the late 16th century.]
- correct Free from error; true; accurate.
- grammatical Not breaching any constraints of the grammar, or morpho-syntax, of the relevant language.
- punctilious Strictly attentive to detail; meticulous or fastidious, particularly to codes or conventions.
- seemly Of behavior, appropriate; suited to the occasion or purpose; becoming.
- true (of a statement) Conforming to the actual state of reality or fact; factually correct.
correct — full definition
- adj Free from mistakes; accurate or true.
- verb To fix an error or make something right.
grammatical — full definition
- adjective Following the rules of grammar of a language.
- adjective Relating to grammar.
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