Definition

The quality of not being exact or accurate.

Example

The impreciseness of the measurements led to errors in the experiment.

Conversation

I noticed some impreciseness in the instructions for the project.

Yeah, I thought the same thing; it was confusing to follow.

Exactly! We should probably clarify it with the team.

Good idea, so we can avoid any mistakes later.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Impreciseness → It is formed from "im-" (meaning not) and "precisus" (from Latin, meaning cut off or precise) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word "impreciseness" refers to the state of not being precise or exact.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' being precise — 'im-' means not, and 'precisus' relates to being cut off or exact. This helps you remember that impreciseness means lacking precision.

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