inaccuracy
adjective C2
Plain meaning
something that is not correct or exact
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe something that is not correct or exact, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalHis response sounded inaccuracy, so the conversation became difficult.
examThe passage presents a inaccuracy assessment of the policy’s wider consequences.
Common collocations
a inaccuracy responseinaccuracy behavioura inaccuracy situation
Watch out
Do not use “very inaccuracy” automatically; some advanced adjectives already carry a strong meaning or need a more natural intensifier.
Word family
inaccuracyness (noun, where natural)inaccuracyly (adverb, where natural)