inaccurately-timed
|in-ac-cu-rate-ly-timed|
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/ɪnˈækjərətli taɪmd/
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/ɪnˈækjʊrətli taɪmd/
(inaccurate)
not accurate
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
occurring at an inappropriate or incorrect time.
The meeting was inaccurately-timed, leading to many attendees missing it.
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Last updated: 2025/06/12 23:26