noun

inaccuracy

inaccuracy, error, mistake

There are some inaccuracies in the report.

There are some inaccuracies in the report.

The inaccuracy of the measurements was a problem.

The inaccuracy of the measurements was a problem.

inaccuracy ((in sth.)) a mistake or lack of accuracy in sth. There were several inaccuracies in his statement.

Synonyms: error, mistake, imprecision; Antonyms: accuracy, precision

From the prefix 'in-' (not) + 'accuracy'. The state of not being accurate.

Think of the prefix 'in-' as 'not'. So, an inaccuracy is something that is 'not accurate'.

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