inaccurately-answered
|in-ac-cu-rate-ly-an-swered|
B2
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/ɪnˈækjərətli ˈænsərd/
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/ɪnˈækjʊrətli ˈɑːnsəd/
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response
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inaccurate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inaccuratus,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'accuratus' meant 'done with care.'
Historical Evolution
'inaccuratus' transformed into the French word 'inaccuré,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inaccurate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not done with care,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not correct or precise.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
answered in a way that is not correct or precise.
The question was inaccurately-answered, leading to confusion.
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Last updated: 2025/07/02 05:32