correctness
gb/kɚˈɛktnəs/ us/kɚˈɛktnəs/
B2
Engelska
helyesség, szabályszerűség, illendőség, illedelmesség, programhelyesség
SUBSTANTIV
B2
1
helyesség
B2
Användningsmönster:
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.
Exempel för inlärare
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.
Vanligt misstag:
Learners may use correctness when accuracy or truth is more natural in everyday speech (e.g., 'accuracy of the numbers').
Betydelse
being correct; freedom from error
Ordkombinationer
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
Synonymer
accuracy (Often used for numbers, measurements, and details.)
|
rightness (More general and less technical.)
Antonymer
incorrectness (Direct opposite: having errors.)
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inaccuracy (Opposite focused on facts, figures, or details.)
Teman
education
|communication
|science
Definition
when something is right and has no mistakes
The state or quality of being correct, true, or free from mistakes.
SUBSTANTIV
C1
2
helyesség
B2
Användningsmönster:
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.
Exempel för inlärare
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.
Vanligt misstag:
Correctness in this sense is about rules or form; it does not always mean something is true in the real world.
Betydelse
following rules or accepted standards
Ordkombinationer
grammatical correctness
|spelling correctness
|formal correctness
|technical correctness
|procedural correctness
|insist on correctness
|correctness of the form
|correctness of usage
|correctness of notation
Synonymer
correct form (Common in teaching; emphasizes standard usage.)
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compliance (Emphasizes obeying rules or requirements.)
Antonymer
incorrect usage (Breaks accepted rules, especially in language.)
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noncompliance (Failure to follow required rules or procedures.)
Teman
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.
SUBSTANTIV
C1
FORMAL
3
illendőség
C1
Användningsmönster:
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.
Exempel för inlärare
In some places, people expect correctness at formal dinners.
Vannak helyek, ahol hivatalos vacsorákon elvárják az illendőséget.
Vanligt misstag:
This sense is about manners and what is socially acceptable, not about factual truth.
Betydelse
social propriety; proper behavior
Ordkombinationer
strict correctness
|social correctness
|moral correctness
|the correctness of his manner
|maintain correctness
|a tone of correctness
|with studied correctness
Synonymer
decorum (Focuses on polite behavior in public.)
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propriety (Emphasizes what is socially appropriate.)
Antonymer
impropriety (Behavior that is not socially acceptable.)
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rudeness (More direct and everyday opposite in manners.)
Teman
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.
SUBSTANTIV
C2
TECHNICAL
4
helyesség
C1
Användningsmönster:
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.
Exempel för inlärare
We tested the app for correctness.
Az alkalmazást abból a szempontból is teszteltük, hogy helyes eredményt ad-e.
Vanligt misstag:
In technical writing, correctness is about meeting a specification; it may differ from performance (speed) or usability.
Betydelse
program or algorithm gives right results
Ordkombinationer
prove correctness
|correctness proof
|correctness of the algorithm
|correctness of the program
|ensure correctness
|guarantee correctness
|correctness properties
|partial correctness
|functional correctness
Synonymer
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.)
Antonymer
bugginess (Informal opposite: having software errors.)
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unsoundness (Technical opposite in logic/verification contexts.)
Teman
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/
Stavelser och betoning
cor - rect - ness (3 stavelser)
Stress on 1st syllable (cor)
Ordformer
Noun
- Base: correctness
- Plural: correctness
Ordfamilj
Core family
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
Uttryck
grammatical correctness
1/ɡɹəmˈætɪkəl kɚˈɛktnəs/
fixed phrase
following grammar rules
using correct grammar
Exempel
- 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.
Exempel för inlärare
- 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.
Exempel
- 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
Exempel
- 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.
Exempel för inlärare
- 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
Exempel
- 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.