Word
accurately
Phoneticsac·cu·rate·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈækjɝətɫi/
UK/ˈækjʊɹətli/
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. in a way that is correct and exact. You use this when you want to say that something has no mistakes or is very close to the truth.
adv. in a manner that is free from error or defect; precisely and correctly. Often used to describe the performance of a task or the representation of facts.
Examples
“The clock tells the time accurately.”
“The weather app predicted the storm accurately, giving everyone enough time to find shelter before the rain started.”
“To ensure the experiment's validity, the researchers had to record every temperature change accurately to within one-tenth of a degree.”
Examples
simple
“The clock tells the time accurately.”
contextual
“The weather app predicted the storm accurately, giving everyone enough time to find shelter before the rain started.”
complex
“To ensure the experiment's validity, the researchers had to record every temperature change accurately to within one-tenth of a degree.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “accurately” in context.
Verb
01. accurately assess
“It is difficult to accurately assess the damage caused by the storm so soon.”
adv + verb
02. accurately capture
“The photographer managed to accurately capture the mood of the festival.”
adv + verb
03. accurately define
“The dictionary aims to accurately define technical terms for students.”
adv + verb
04. accurately depict
“The movie was praised for its ability to accurately depict historical events.”
adv + verb
05. accurately describe
“Witnesses were asked to accurately describe the suspect to the police.”
adv + verb
06. accurately identify
“New software can accurately identify faces even in low light.”
adv + verb
07. accurately predict
“Economists are trying to accurately predict the growth rate for next year.”
adv + verb
08. accurately reflect
“The survey results do not accurately reflect the opinions of the whole population.”
adv + verb
09. accurately represent
“The map must accurately represent the distances between the cities.”
adv + verb
Usage
Manner adverb — typically placed after the verb or at the end of the clause.
Pitfall
He speaks English very accurate
He speaks English very accurately
Learners often use the adjective 'accurate' when an adverb is required to modify the verb.
Real-World Examples
“This will help ensure a child's readiness accurately reflects their stage of neurodevelopment.” “Surprisingly, people's ability to learn these made-up languages can quite accurately predict their ability to learn real ones.” “Our laboratory at Michigan State University is developing a method to more accurately detect this parasite even at lower levels in sewage.” “For the first time, scientists have accurately determined the age of prehistoric paintings inside Font-de-Gaume, a celebrated decorated cave near Les Eyzies in Dordogne (southwestern France).” Etymology
From accurate + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
- Updated
- アルファベット
- 読み方の一覧 →
QR code
englishreference.com/q/accurately