The quality of being precise, accurate, and completely correct in every detail; the state of conforming perfectly to a standard or requirement without error or deviation.
From Latin 'exactus,' past participle of 'exigere' meaning 'to drive out, demand, complete,' from 'ex-' (out) + 'agere' (to drive). The word emphasizes the completion and precision achieved through careful effort.
The word comes from 'exigere' meaning 'to drive out' - like driving out all the imperfections and errors! It's related to 'exacting' (demanding) because both involve 'driving out' anything that's not perfect.
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