exact

ex-act · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Not approximated; precise and accurate in every detail.

  2. 2.

    (Of a person) Tending to be precise and accurate; meticulous.

  3. 3.

    To demand and obtain something, especially a payment or penalty.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    to be exact — used to emphasize precision
  • •
    exact same — identical (informal emphasis)
  • •
    exact opposite — completely contrary
  • •
    exact science — a field with precise and predictable results

Related words

Antonyms: approximate, imprecise, inexact, vague
See also: accurate, exactly, precise, specific
Synonyms: accurate, correct, perfect, precise, specific

Etymology

From Latin "exactus," past participle of "exigere" meaning "to drive out, demand, measure," from "ex-" (out) + "agere" (to drive). Entered English in the 15th century.