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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