Emily Dickinson Lexicon

EX-ACT', a. [egzact'; L. exactus, from exigo, to drive; ex and ago, Gr. αγω, to drive, urge or press.]

1. Closely correct or regular; nice; accurate; conformed to rule; as, a man exact in his dealings. All this, exact to rule, were brought about. Pope.
2. Precise; not different in the least. This is the exact sum or amount, or the exact time. We have an exact model for imitation.
3. Methodical; careful; not negligent; correct; observing strict method, rule or order. This man is very exact in keeping his accounts.
4. Punctual. Every man should be exact in paying his debts when due; he should be exact in attendance on appoint.
5. Strict. We should be exact in the performance of duties. The exactest vigilance can not maintain a single day of unmingled innocence. Rambler.