exact
Originated from the Latin 'exactus', meaning 'driven out, exacted'.
ADJ
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Completely correct, accurate, or precise in every detail.
- We need the exact coordinates to launch the rocket. — We require the precise geographical data to launch the rocket.
- The recipe calls for an exact measurement of flour. — The cooking instructions specify a precise amount of flour.
- Could you give me the exact time of the meeting? — Can you tell me the precise hour and minute of the meeting?
VERB
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[/ɪɡˈzækt/en-US]
To demand and obtain something from someone, especially a payment, revenge, or information, often with force or authority.
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| past | present_participle |
|---|---|
| exacted | exacting |
- The government began to exact heavy taxes from the people. — The government started to demand large amounts of money as taxes from the citizens.
- He managed to exact a confession from the prisoner. — He succeeded in forcing the prisoner to admit guilt.
- After years of injustice, she was determined to exact revenge. — Following a long period of unfair treatment, she was resolved to get vengeance.
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