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exact vs correct

correct vs exact

exact and correct both are adjectives.

exact and correct both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
exact No Yes Yes No
correct No Yes Yes No
exact (adjective) correct (adjective)
marked by strict and particular and complete accordance with fact free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth
(of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct correct in opinion or judgment
lacking compromising or mitigating elements socially right or correct
in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure
exact (verb) correct (verb)
claim as due or just treat a defect
take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs make right or correct
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
censure severely
fall in value
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
make reparations or amends for
adjust for
Difference between exact and correct

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