Definitions and Examples of correct, accurate, right
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Free from error, mistake, or fault; in accordance with fact or truth.
Example
The teacher marked the student's answer as correct because it was accurate and free from errors.
Free from errors, mistakes, or discrepancies; conforming exactly to a standard or truth.
Example
The scientist's measurements were accurate and precise, which made his experiment successful.
In accordance with what is just, good, or proper; morally or ethically correct.
Example
It is right to treat others with kindness and respect, regardless of their differences.
Key Differences: correct vs accurate vs right
- 1Correct implies that something is free from error or fault and conforms to a standard or truth.
- 2Accurate implies that something is free from errors, mistakes, or discrepancies and conforms exactly to a standard or truth.
- 3Right implies that something is morally or ethically correct and in accordance with what is just, good, or proper.
Effective Usage of correct, accurate, right
- 1Writing: Use these antonyms to describe the accuracy of information or the correctness of an action.
- 2Speaking: Incorporate these antonyms in conversations to express agreement or disagreement.
- 3Academic: Use these antonyms in academic writing to demonstrate critical thinking and analysis.
Remember this!
The antonyms correct, accurate, and right convey the opposite meaning of making a mistake or being wrong. Use these words to describe the accuracy of information or the correctness of an action, express agreement or disagreement, and demonstrate critical thinking and analysis in academic writing.
