exact — completely accurate and correct; precise in every detail
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: completely accurate and correct; precise in every detail
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪɡˈzækt/
Korean meaning: 정확한, 정밀한
Korean pronunciation: 이**그잭**트
Example Sentences
- My mom has an exact GPS for finding the cheapest grocery stores.
- The recipe requires exact measurements, not the 'eyeball it' method.
- What is the exact population of South Korea?
exact
ADJECTIVE//ɪɡˈzækt//
completely accurate and correct; precise in every detail
completely accurate and correct; precise in every detail
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'exactus', the past participle of 'exigere', meaning 'to drive out' or 'to demand'. The prefix 'ex-' means 'out' and 'agere' means 'to drive' or 'to do', eventually evolving to mean 'precise' or 'accurate'.
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📝Examples
“My mom has an exact GPS for finding the cheapest grocery stores.”
“The recipe requires exact measurements, not the 'eyeball it' method.”
“What is the exact population of South Korea?”
“The teacher will exact punishment for late homework submissions.”
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