precise

Intermediate

/prɪˈsaɪz/

adjective
Very accurate and exact

precise in a sentence

  • “His instructions were precise and easy to follow.”
  • “Be sure to take precise measurements before you cut the cloth.”
  • “The dating of very old materials has become more precise with new instruments.”
  • “The word has a very precise meaning.”

What does “precise” mean?

precise (adjective) means very accurate and exact. It is pronounced /prɪˈsaɪz/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "precise" mean?
precise (adjective) means: Very accurate and exact
How do you pronounce "precise"?
"precise" is pronounced /prɪˈsaɪz/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "precise" in a sentence?
Here is "precise" used in a sentence: His instructions were precise and easy to follow.

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