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pre·cise

precise

 
 
pronunciation:
prih saIs
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: clearly said or communicated.
Thanks to the precise directions, we were able to find our way easily.
synonyms:
definite, explicit, express
antonyms:
vague
similar words:
clear, exact, specific
definition 2: no more or no less; exact.
I will need a precise count of the people in the room.
synonyms:
accurate, correct, exact
antonyms:
approximate, inaccurate
similar words:
absolute, dead, ideal, particular, scrupulous, specific, thorough, very
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derivations: precisely (adv.), preciseness (n.)
Word Builder: precise +
  • precisely:
    in a precise way.
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  care, communication, measurement
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