⚖️precision

noun
/prɪˈsɪʒən/

Meaning

The quality of being exact, accurate, and careful.
the quality of being exact and accurate; the condition of being precise
The quality of being exact and accurate.

Example Sentences

The surgeon operated with great precision.

The surgeon operated with great precision and skill.

High precision instruments are used in surgery.

Example Expressions

precision work

Synonyms

accuracy, exactness, correctness, meticulousness, detail, perfection
Entry 1
accuracy, exactness, correctness, meticulousness
Entry 2
accuracy, exactness, correctness, detail
Entry 3
accuracy, exactness, perfection

Antonyms

inaccuracy, vagueness, imprecision, error
Entry 1
inaccuracy, vagueness, imprecision
Entry 2
imprecision, inaccuracy, vagueness
Entry 3
inaccuracy, error, vagueness

Collocations

with precision, high precision, precision measurement, precision engineering, surgical precision, mathematical precision, precision instrument
Entry 1
with precision, high precision, precision measurement, precision engineering
Entry 2
surgical precision, mathematical precision, precision instrument, with precision

More Example Sentences

A mechanic teaches an apprentice in his auto repair shop who just finished high school last summer and wants to learn a practical trade so the mechanic shows him how to diagnose engine problems using a diagnostic scanner and basic hand tools and explains the importance of safety and precision

A mechanic teaches an apprentice in his auto repair shop who just finished high school last summer and wants to learn a practical trade so the mechanic shows him how to diagnose engine problems using a diagnostic scanner and basic hand tools and explains the importance of safety and precision while the apprentice takes notes and asks thoughtful questions

A mechanic teaches an apprentice in his auto repair shop who just finished high school last summer and wants to learn a practical trade so the mechanic shows him how to diagnose engine problems using a diagnostic scanner and basic hand tools and explains the importance of safety and precision while the apprentice takes notes and asks thoughtful questions and within six months he can handle routine repairs on his own

A mechanic teaches an apprentice in his auto repair shop who just finished high school last summer and wants to learn a practical trade so the mechanic shows him how to diagnose engine problems using a diagnostic scanner and basic hand tools and explains the importance of safety and precision while the apprentice takes notes and asks thoughtful questions and within six months he can handle routine repairs on his own earning the trust of both his mentor and the shop's loyal customers.

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