inaccuracy

noun

in·​ac·​cu·​ra·​cy (ˌ)i-ˈna-kyə-rə-sē How to pronounce inaccuracy (audio)
-k(ə-)rə-sē
plural inaccuracies
1
: the quality or state of being inaccurate
2

Examples of inaccuracy in a Sentence

I pointed out the inaccuracy of his statement. The text is filled with inaccuracies.
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She's also had to accept the inaccuracy of her Mexican heritage. Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025 The closures are now on hold under Wayne's replacement, Maria Su, but the district is still projected to run out of money this year due to declining enrollment, budget inaccuracies and issues with a faulty new payroll system. Shawna Chen, Axios, 3 Jan. 2025 The most significant presence of Master Chief lately was the very bad Halo live-action series that was just cancelled after two seasons and lambasted by fans for constant inaccuracies, including a John-117 that was constantly out of his helmet and armor. Paul Tassi, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025 Anthony Richardson’s injuries, inaccuracy from the pocket and two-game benching have raised serious questions about his ability to become Indianapolis’ long-term answer at the position. Zak Keefer, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for inaccuracy 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1755, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of inaccuracy was circa 1755

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“Inaccuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inaccuracy. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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inaccuracy

noun
in·​ac·​cu·​ra·​cy (ˈ)in-ˈak-yə-rə-sē How to pronounce inaccuracy (audio)
plural inaccuracies
1
: the quality or state of being inaccurate
2

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