Approximated: meaning, definitions and examples
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approximated
[ əˈprɒksɪmeɪtɪd ]
mathematics term
Approximated is the past tense of approximate, which means to come close to a particular value or estimation. It is often used in mathematical contexts when calculating values that are not exact but close enough for practical purposes.
Synonyms
calculated, estimated, guessed.
Examples of usage
- The result was approximated to two decimal places.
- We approximated the population size based on available data.
- This formula allows us to approximate the curve accurately.
general use
In general usage, approximated refers to the act of getting an idea or sense of something without precise details. This can apply to various situations where exact measurements or facts are not available.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I approximated the distance to the nearest town.
- He approximated her age to be around thirty.
- The cost was approximated based on similar projects.
Translations
Translations of the word "approximated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 aproximado
🇮🇳 अनुमानित
🇩🇪 näherungsweise
🇮🇩 diperoleh
🇺🇦 приблизний
🇵🇱 przybliżony
🇯🇵 近似の
🇫🇷 approximé
🇪🇸 aproximado
🇹🇷 yaklaşık
🇰🇷 근사한
🇸🇦 تقريبي
🇨🇿 přibližný
🇸🇰 približný
🇨🇳 近似的
🇸🇮 približen
🇮🇸 nálægt
🇰🇿 жақын
🇬🇪 მოახლოებული
🇦🇿 təxminən
🇲🇽 aproximado
Etymology
The word 'approximate' is derived from the Latin 'approximatus', the past participle of 'approximare,' meaning 'to come near.' The construction consists of the prefix 'ad-' meaning 'to' or 'toward' and 'proximus' meaning 'nearest' or 'next.' The term has evolved in usage over centuries, especially in the fields of mathematics and science, reflecting the need for methods of estimation in measurements and calculations. As technology advanced, the term found application in various disciplines such as engineering, finance, and social sciences, where precision is crucial, but often unattainable. The varied contexts in which 'approximated' is used today illustrate its significance in conveying ideas of relativity and approximation in various fields.