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precise
[ pri-sahys ]
adjective
- definitely or strictly stated, defined, or fixed:
precise directions.
Synonyms: explicit
Antonyms: vague, indefinite
- being exactly that and neither more nor less:
a precise temperature;
a precise amount.
- being just that and no other:
the precise dress she had wanted.
- definite or exact in statement, as a person.
- carefully distinct:
precise articulation.
- exact in measuring, recording, etc.:
a precise instrument.
- excessively or rigidly particular:
precise observance of regulations;
precise grooming.
precise
/ prɪˈsaɪs /
adjective
- strictly correct in amount or value
a precise sum
- designating a certain thing and no other; particular
this precise location
- using or operating with total accuracy
precise instruments
- strict in observance of rules, standards, etc
a precise mind
Derived Forms
- preˈciseness, noun
Other Words From
- pre·cisely adverb
- pre·ciseness noun
- over·pre·cise adjective
- over·pre·cisely adverb
- over·pre·ciseness noun
- super·pre·cise adjective
- super·pre·cisely adverb
- super·pre·ciseness noun
- ultra·pre·cise adjective
- unpre·cise adjective
- unpre·cisely adverb
- unpre·ciseness noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of precise1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Carmen Christopher, who plays a guidance counselor with endless side hustles, is “an amazing improviser, and he’s just as good on script — he takes it very seriously, he’s very precise, and it comes off as this free-flowing performance.”
The precise functioning of this particular coating is currently something of a mystery, though.
"With precise knowledge of DNA repair, we can design new treatments that are both more effective and less harmful," says De Luca.
With promising applications in solar energy harvesting, advanced sensors, and other technologies that rely on precise light absorption and energy transfer, these innovations could potentially revolutionize the field and redefine the possibilities in sustainable energy and beyond.
Naturally, these chlorophyll molecules are organized into precise structures to optimize light absorption in plants and bacteria, and efficiently capture sunlight for energy.
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