Basic Details
Word: Inaccurate
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not correct or precise; containing mistakes.
Synonyms: Wrong, incorrect, imprecise
Antonyms: Accurate, correct, precise
Idioms and Phrases
- Inaccurate as a clock: Used to describe something that is wildly off or incorrect. Example: "His memory of the event was inaccurate as a clock; he got all the details wrong."
- Hit or miss: Referring to something that can either be successful or very inaccurate. Example: "Her calculations were hit or miss, often leading to inaccurate results."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The report was deemed inaccurate because it did not reflect the current situation.
Example 2: We need to correct the inaccurate information on our website to avoid miscommunication.
Example 3: His attempts at estimating the time were often inaccurate, making us late for appointments.
Fun Fact
The word "inaccurate" comes from the prefix "in-" meaning "not," and the Latin word "accuratus," which means "done with care." So, something that is inaccurate is simply not done with care or precision!
Famous Quote
"To be wronged is nothing unless you continue to remember it." Confucius - This relates to the idea that holding onto inaccurate beliefs can lead to misunderstandings.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "inaccurate" mean?
a) Very precise
b) Not correct
c) Completely true
d) Totally clear
Answer: b) Not correct
2. Which of these is a synonym of "inaccurate"?
a) Correct
b) Wrong
c) Happy
d) Reliable
Answer: b) Wrong
3. Which word is an antonym of "inaccurate"?
a) Honest
b) Faulty
c) Precise
d) Rough
Answer: c) Precise
4. Which sentence uses "inaccurate" correctly?
a) The map was inaccurate, leading us to the wrong location.
b) The book was accurate and well-researched.
c) I like to be inaccurate while solving problems.
d) She was accurate about her achievements.
Answer: a) The map was inaccurate, leading us to the wrong location.
5. Which idiom suggests something can be inaccurate?
a) Hit or miss
b) The ball is in your court
c) A piece of cake
d) Burn the midnight oil
Answer: a) Hit or miss
