correctness
gb/kɚˈɛktnəs/ us/kɚˈɛktnəs/
B2
Englisch
helyesség, szabályszerűség, illendőség, illedelmesség, programhelyesség
NOMEN
B2
1
helyesség
B2
Verwendungsmuster:
the correctness of [a statement/answer/information/data]
The editor questioned the correctness of several dates in the article.
A szerkesztő megkérdőjelezte a cikkben szereplő több dátum helyességét.
Before we publish, we need to verify the correctness of the data.
Mielőtt közzétesszük, ellenőriznünk kell az adatok helyességét.
She was confident about the correctness of her answer.
Beispiele für Lernende
Please check the correctness of my homework.
Kérlek, ellenőrizd a házi feladatom helyességét.
I am not sure about the correctness of this information.
Nem vagyok biztos ennek az információnak a helyességében.
Häufiger Fehler:
Learners may use correctness when accuracy or truth is more natural in everyday speech (e.g., 'accuracy of the numbers').
Bedeutung
being correct; freedom from error
Wortverbindungen
check the correctness
|verify the correctness
|ensure correctness
|confirm correctness
|question the correctness
|the correctness of the answer
|the correctness of the information
|factual correctness
|mathematical correctness
|logical correctness
Synonyme
accuracy (Often used for numbers, measurements, and details.)
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rightness (More general and less technical.)
Antonyme
incorrectness (Direct opposite: having errors.)
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inaccuracy (Opposite focused on facts, figures, or details.)
Themen
education
|communication
|science
Definition
when something is right and has no mistakes
The state or quality of being correct, true, or free from mistakes.
NOMEN
C1
2
helyesség
B2
Verwendungsmuster:
correctness in [grammar/spelling/form/procedure]
The teacher focused on grammatical correctness more than style.
A tanár a stílusnál jobban a nyelvtani helyességre figyelt.
For safety reasons, the correctness of the procedure matters more than speed.
Biztonsági okokból az eljárás szabályszerűsége fontosabb, mint a gyorsaság.
The document was rejected because of minor issues with formal correctness.
Beispiele für Lernende
My teacher checks my spelling correctness.
A tanárom ellenőrzi, helyes-e a helyesírásom.
This form must be filled in with correctness.
Ezt az űrlapot szabályszerűen kell kitölteni.
Häufiger Fehler:
Correctness in this sense is about rules or form; it does not always mean something is true in the real world.
Bedeutung
following rules or accepted standards
Wortverbindungen
grammatical correctness
|spelling correctness
|formal correctness
|technical correctness
|procedural correctness
|insist on correctness
|correctness of the form
|correctness of usage
|correctness of notation
Synonyme
correct form (Common in teaching; emphasizes standard usage.)
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compliance (Emphasizes obeying rules or requirements.)
Antonyme
incorrect usage (Breaks accepted rules, especially in language.)
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noncompliance (Failure to follow required rules or procedures.)
Themen
language
|education
|work
Definition
using the correct rules or form
Agreement with a set of rules, standards, or accepted forms, especially in language, style, or procedure.
NOMEN
C1
FORMAL
3
illendőség
C1
Verwendungsmuster:
the correctness of [someone's] manner/tone/behavior
He spoke with such correctness that the room felt suddenly formal.
Olyan kifogástalan illendőséggel beszélt, hogy a szoba hirtelen nagyon formálisnak hatott.
She worried about the correctness of her tone during the meeting.
Aggódott amiatt, hogy elég illendő volt-e a hangneme a megbeszélésen.
Their emphasis on correctness sometimes made conversations feel stiff.
Beispiele für Lernende
In some places, people expect correctness at formal dinners.
Vannak helyek, ahol hivatalos vacsorákon elvárják az illendőséget.
Häufiger Fehler:
This sense is about manners and what is socially acceptable, not about factual truth.
Bedeutung
social propriety; proper behavior
Wortverbindungen
strict correctness
|social correctness
|moral correctness
|the correctness of his manner
|maintain correctness
|a tone of correctness
|with studied correctness
Synonyme
decorum (Focuses on polite behavior in public.)
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propriety (Emphasizes what is socially appropriate.)
Antonyme
impropriety (Behavior that is not socially acceptable.)
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rudeness (More direct and everyday opposite in manners.)
Themen
society
|relationships
|communication
Definition
being careful to act and speak in a proper way
Careful adherence to what is considered socially proper and acceptable in behavior, speech, or manners.
NOMEN
C2
TECHNICAL
4
helyesség
C1
Verwendungsmuster:
prove/ensure correctness of [a program/algorithm/system]
They used tests and proofs to argue for the correctness of the algorithm.
Tesztekkel és bizonyításokkal próbálták alátámasztani az algoritmus helyességét.
A small edge case broke the correctness of the program.
Egyetlen szélső eset is elég volt ahhoz, hogy a program helyessége sérüljön.
The team prioritized correctness over performance in the first release.
Beispiele für Lernende
We tested the app for correctness.
Az alkalmazást abból a szempontból is teszteltük, hogy helyes eredményt ad-e.
Häufiger Fehler:
In technical writing, correctness is about meeting a specification; it may differ from performance (speed) or usability.
Bedeutung
program or algorithm gives right results
Wortverbindungen
prove correctness
|correctness proof
|correctness of the algorithm
|correctness of the program
|ensure correctness
|guarantee correctness
|correctness properties
|partial correctness
|functional correctness
Synonyme
validity (Often used for results or arguments; overlaps in formal contexts.)
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soundness (Common in logic and verification; suggests no false results under stated assumptions.)
Antonyme
bugginess (Informal opposite: having software errors.)
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unsoundness (Technical opposite in logic/verification contexts.)
Themen
technology
|computing
|mathematics
Definition
when software works as it should
In computing and mathematics, the property of a program, system, or algorithm of producing the intended results for all allowed inputs.
Grammatik
Grundform
correctness
IPA
GB/kɚˈɛktnəs/
US/kɚˈɛktnəs/
Silben & Betonung
cor - rect - ness (3 Silben)
Stress on 1st syllable (cor)
Wortformen
Noun
- Base: correctness
- Plural: correctness
Wortfamilie
Core family
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
Ausdrücke
grammatical correctness
1/ɡɹəmˈætɪkəl kɚˈɛktnəs/
fixed phrase
following grammar rules
using correct grammar
Beispiele
- She aims for grammatical correctness, but her writing still feels stiff.
- The app checks your sentences for grammatical correctness.
- In informal texts, people often ignore grammatical correctness.
Beispiele für Lernende
- I want grammatical correctness in my emails.
political correctness
1/pəlˈɪtɪkəl kɚˈɛktnəs/
fixed phrase
Avoiding offensive language or behavior
Trying not to say or do things that could upset certain groups of people.
Beispiele
- Some people think political correctness has gone too far.
- Political correctness aims to promote respect and inclusion.
political correctness
1/pəlˈɪtɪkəl kɚˈɛktnəs/
fixed phrase
avoiding language that offends
speaking and acting to avoid offending groups
Beispiele
- The comedian complained that political correctness was limiting what people could joke about.
- The training focused on political correctness in workplace communication.
- What counts as political correctness can change over time.
Beispiele für Lernende
- They discussed political correctness at school.
proof of correctness
1/pɹˈuf əv kɚˈɛktnəs/
fixed phrase
technical
formal proof something is correct
a formal explanation that shows it is correct
Beispiele
- The assignment required a proof of correctness for the algorithm.
- They published a proof of correctness along with the new method.
- A proof of correctness depends on clearly stating the assumptions.