exact method

[ɪɡˈzækt ˈmɛθəd]
nounpl: exact methods
método exato
1. A mathematical or scientific procedure that produces a precise, accurate result without approximation or estimation
The chemist used an exact method to calculate the molecular weight.
O químico usou um método exato para calcular o peso molecular.
2. In mathematics and physics, a solution or calculation that is theoretically perfect and not an approximation
Solving the differential equation by exact method yielded the precise solution.
Resolver a equação diferencial por método exato produziu a solução precisa.
3. A rigorous, systematic approach that follows established rules or procedures with no deviation
The lab protocol requires an exact method for sample preparation.
O protocolo do laboratório exige um método exato para a preparação de amostras.
This term is predominantly used in academic, scientific, and mathematical contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects the importance of precision in STEM fields and is part of the universal language of scientific research and engineering. The phrase is rarely used in casual conversation and is reserved for formal, technical discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
precise methodrigorous methodanalytical solutionexact solutionaccurate procedure
Antonyms / Antônimos
approximate methodnumerical approximationestimationheuristic methodrough calculation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
método exato
Standard term used in academic and scientific contexts
Portugal
método exato
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; common in academic settings
Technical/Academic
solução exata / procedimento exato
More specific terminology in specialized scientific fields

Related Words

exact differential equationexact sciencesmathematical precisionalgorithmic procedureanalytical approach

Related Idioms & Phrases

by exact method
using an exact method
the exact method shows that
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