What is the comparative form of “accurate”?
The comparative form of “accurate” is “more accurate”.Example
The new measurement tool is more accurate than the old one.
Example
Her predictions are more accurate than anyone else's.
What is the superlative form of “accurate”?
The superlative form of “accurate” is “most accurate”.Example
Among all the weather forecasts, this one is the most accurate.
Example
The expert's analysis was the most accurate of all the opinions.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "accurate" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more accurate" and "most accurate" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of precision or reliability.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Accurate" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more accurate”
Expressions with similar meanings to “most accurate”
Example
The laser measuring device is the most precise tool available.
Using than with comparative “more accurate”
When using the comparative form "more accurate" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The new measurement tool is more accurate than the old one." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of accuracy in the new measurement tool is higher than the level of accuracy in the old one.
How can I use this expression in context?
“more accurate” and “most accurate” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Measurements
The digital thermometer is more accurate than the mercury one.
The digital thermometer is more accurate than the mercury one.
- 2Forecasts
The weather report is the most accurate among all the sources.
The weather report is the most accurate among all the sources.
- 3Information
The encyclopedia is more accurate than the internet search results.
The encyclopedia is more accurate than the internet search results.
- 4Analysis
The expert's opinion is the most accurate assessment of the situation.
The expert's opinion is the most accurate assessment of the situation.
Related idioms and phrases
Hit the nail on the head
To be exactly right or accurate about something.
Example
She hit the nail on the head with her analysis of the problem.
On the money
Exactly correct or accurate.
Example
His prediction was on the money; the stock price did rise.
