Additively: meaning, definitions and examples

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additively

 

[ ˈædɪtɪvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

mathematics context

In an additive manner, additively refers to a process where quantities are combined together. This method is often used in mathematics to describe how new values can be obtained by summing existing values.

Synonyms

aggregately, cumulatively

Examples of usage

  • The amounts were added additively to calculate the total budget.
  • In this experiment, the variables contribute additively to the final result.
  • Additively combining the two equations simplifies the problem.
Context #2 | Adverb

general context

Additively can also refer to the general principle of increasing or enhancing something by adding to it. This usage is prevalent in discussions about processes or improvements that result from combining elements.

Synonyms

collectively, incrementally

Examples of usage

  • The team proposed solutions that work additively to improve efficiency.
  • Her skills grew additively with each training session.
  • The new features work additively with the existing ones to enhance user experience.

Translations

Translations of the word "additively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aditivamente

🇮🇳 संवर्धनीय रूप से

🇩🇪 additiv

🇮🇩 secara aditif

🇺🇦 адитивно

🇵🇱 addytywnie

🇯🇵 加算的に

🇫🇷 de manière additive

🇪🇸 aditivamente

🇹🇷 katkı olarak

🇰🇷 덧셈적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل إضافي

🇨🇿 aditivně

🇸🇰 aditívne

🇨🇳 加法地

🇸🇮 aditivno

🇮🇸 aukin

🇰🇿 қосымша түрде

🇬🇪 დამატებითურად

🇦🇿 əlavə olaraq

🇲🇽 aditivamente

Word origin

The word 'additively' is derived from 'additive,' which comes from the Latin 'additivus,' meaning 'that which is added.' The prefix 'ad-' means 'to' or 'toward,' while 'itt' comes from 'it,' a verb form meaning 'to put.' The evolution of the word reflects its mathematical roots, where the additive property refers to the fundamental principle of addition. Originally used in mathematical contexts, the term expanded over time to incorporate broader meanings in various disciplines, especially in science and technology, highlighting the importance of cumulative processes.