accurately
Americanadverb
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in a way that is free from error or defect and consistent with a standard, rule, or model.
She worked on aircraft before they left on missions; the work needed to be done fast and accurately to ensure safety on all flights.
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correctly; precisely.
He’s a good lacrosse player; he passes well and can shoot accurately.
Humans are generally afraid of death—or, more accurately, don't want to die.
Other Word Forms
- hyperaccurately adverb
- superaccurately adverb
- unaccurately adverb
Etymology
Origin of accurately
Example Sentences
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Simplistic investing in a sector ETF is based on the assumption that the component stocks accurately discount all their risks and future returns.
From Barron's
Jacks bowled accurately but also took the crucial wickets of Allen, caught at deep mid-wicket for 29, and the dangerous Phillips for 39.
From BBC
India's economy grew at a faster pace than expected in the last quarter of 2025 driven by solid consumer spending, data showed Friday, using a new framework that calculates economic output more accurately.
From Barron's
In just a few weeks, the spirit had answered so many questions so accurately that residents felt responsible for finding the peddler’s murderer.
From Literature
Battle scenes — including Bull Run, where picnicking tourists are accurately shown in attendance — are convincingly rendered.
From Los Angeles Times
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