accurate

adjective

Telling the truth or giving a true result; exact; not defective or faulty.

Deviating only slightly or within acceptable limits.

On course to hit, or successful in hitting, a target; well-aimed.

Capable of consistently hitting a target, especially using some weapon or tool.

(obsolete) Precisely fixed; executed with care; careful.

Roots

curacur- · Latin · care

Synonyms for accurate

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The word accurate breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root cur-, from Latin cura (“care”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.