more precise

ADJECTIVE

exact, accurate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

actual clear-cut correct decisive definite explicit literal narrow particular proper rigid rigorous specific strict

WEAK

absolute categorical circumscribed determinate express fixed individual limited nice on the button on the money on the nose restricted right stringent unequivocal very well-defined

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous easy-going flexible general imprecise improper inaccurate incorrect indefinite inexact lenient loose obscure tolerant uncertain unsuitable vague yielding

WEAK

careless false negligent questionable slipshod

ADJECTIVE

meticulous, fastidious

Synonyms

STRONGEST

careful exact formal particular rigid scrupulous strict

WEAK

ceremonious choosy finicky fussy genteel inflexible nice persnickety picky priggish prim prissy punctilious stickling stiff stuffy uncompromising

Antonyms

STRONGEST

careless flexible imprecise inaccurate indefinite inexact lenient uncareful unscrupulous yielding

WEAK

ambiguous false loose negligent questionable slipshod

Example Sentences

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Honey bees are far more precise navigators than scientists once realized.

From Science Daily • Jun. 14, 2026

Land-based autonomy can be more precise than striking targets autonomously from the air, he says.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Using faster, more accurate satellite imagery to guide strikes is part of Ukraine’s strategy for launching more precise attacks from a distance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Investors will be eager to learn about more precise timing.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

"Be a little more precise, my dear. To what in particular are you referring?"

From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie