Exact /ɪɡˈzækt/

The meaning and definition of Exact, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb

To demand and enforce the payment or performance of, sometimes in a forcible or imperious way.
“to exact tribute, fees, or obedience from someone”
To make desirable or necessary.

adjective

Precisely agreeing with a standard, a fact, or the truth; perfectly conforming; neither exceeding nor falling short in any respect.
“He paid the exact debt.”
Habitually careful to agree with a standard, a rule, or a promise; accurate; methodical; punctual.
“In my doings I was exact.”

adverb

Exactly
“She's wearing the exact same sweater as I am!”

Synonyms correct perfect precise true strict spot on

Antonyms approximate imprecise inexact loose

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Exact /ɪɡˈzækt/

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