What does inexact mean?
Inexact means Imperfectly conforming; exceeding or falling short in some respect..
Inexact
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Imperfectly conforming; exceeding or falling short in some respect..
Definitions by Sense
- Imperfectly conforming; exceeding or falling short in some respect.
- Imprecisely or indefinitely conceived or stated.
- (physics, of a differential) having a path-dependent integral
Example Sentences
At the same time, we were cognisant that careful scholars should never solely rely on their own impressionistic observations, and, that our own impressions were inexact and not capable of being quantified.
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Word Forms
- more inexact
- most inexact
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for inexact?
Common synonyms include imperfect, imprecise, loose, free.
What is the opposite of inexact?
Possible antonyms include exact, perfect, precise, strict.
How do you use inexact in a sentence?
At the same time, we were cognisant that careful scholars should never solely rely on their own impressionistic observations, and, that our own impressions were inexact and not capable of being quantified.
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