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Arithmetically: meaning, definitions and examples

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arithmetically

 

[ ˌær.əˈθmɛt.ɪ.kli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in mathematics

In a way that relates to or involves arithmetic, especially the use of numbers in calculations.

Synonyms

calculatingly, mathematically, numerically

Examples of usage

  • Students were asked to solve the problem arithmetically.
  • She calculated arithmetically, step by step.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a straightforward manner

In a straightforward or simple manner, without any complexity or complications.

Synonyms

directly, plainly, simply

Examples of usage

  • He approached the issue arithmetically, breaking it down into simple steps.
  • The instructions were written arithmetically for easy understanding.

Translations

Translations of the word "arithmetically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aritmeticamente

🇮🇳 गणितीय रूप से

🇩🇪 arithmetisch

🇮🇩 secara aritmatika

🇺🇦 арифметично

🇵🇱 arytmetycznie

🇯🇵 算術的に

🇫🇷 arithmétiquement

🇪🇸 aritméticamente

🇹🇷 aritmetik olarak

🇰🇷 산술적으로

🇸🇦 حسابياً

🇨🇿 aritmeticky

🇸🇰 aritmeticky

🇨🇳 算术地

🇸🇮 aritmetično

🇮🇸 með tölfræðilegum hætti

🇰🇿 арифметикалық

🇬🇪 არითმეტიკულად

🇦🇿 aritmetik olaraq

🇲🇽 aritméticamente

Etymology

The word 'arithmetically' is derived from the noun 'arithmetic,' which comes from the Latin word 'arithmetica' and the Greek word 'arithmētikē' meaning 'counting.' The concept of arithmetic has been fundamental to human civilization for centuries, with ancient civilizations like the Egyptians, Babylonians, and Greeks developing various arithmetic systems. Today, arithmetic plays a crucial role in mathematics, science, technology, and everyday life.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,134 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.