What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
inaccurate
Example
The report contains inaccurate data that needs to be corrected. [inaccurate: adjective]
Example
It is inaccurate to say that all cats hate water. [inaccurate: adjective]
Example
The measurement was inaccurate due to faulty equipment. [inaccurate: adjective]
inexact
Example
The inexact measurement needs to be refined for more accuracy. [inexact: adjective]
Example
The inexact description of the suspect made it difficult to identify them. [inexact: adjective]
Example
It is inexact to say that all dogs are friendly. [inexact: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Inaccurate is more common than inexact in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between inaccurate and inexact?
Inaccurate is more formal than inexact, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
