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exponent

 

[ ษชkหˆspoสŠ.nษ™nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematics

An exponent is a mathematical notation that indicates how many times a number, known as the base, is multiplied by itself. For example, in the expression 2^3 (2 raised to the power of 3), 2 is the base, and 3 is the exponent, which equals 8. Exponents are used to simplify calculations and represent very large or very small numbers in a more manageable form. They follow specific rules, such as the product of powers rule and the power of a power rule.

Synonyms

index, ord, power

Examples of usage

  • 2 raised to the power of 3 equals 8.
  • The exponent in 5^2 tells you to multiply 5 by itself.
  • Using exponents can simplify calculations in algebra.
Context #2 | Noun

advocacy

An exponent can also refer to an advocate or supporter of a particular cause, idea, or practice. In this context, the term is used to describe someone who actively promotes or champions a belief or principle. Exponents often work to influence others and raise awareness about their chosen topic, playing a significant role in social movements or campaigns.

Synonyms

advocate, promoter, supporter

Examples of usage

  • She is a strong exponent of environmental conservation.
  • They became exponents of public health reform.
  • As an exponent of education, he fought for better schools.

Translations

Translations of the word "exponent" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น exponente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เคพเคคเคพเค‚เค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Exponent

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pangkat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะบัะฟะพะฝะตะฝั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wykล‚adnik

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŒ‡ๆ•ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท exposant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ exponente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รผs

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€์ˆ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ exponent

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ exponent

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŒ‡ๆ•ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ eksponent

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรญsir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดำ™ั€ะตะถะตัั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒฅแƒกแƒžแƒแƒœแƒ”แƒœแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ekspozit

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ exponente

Etymology

The word 'exponent' originates from the Latin term 'exponens', which is the present participle of 'exponere', meaning 'to put forth or explain'. The root 'ponere' means 'to place or put'. In the context of mathematics, the term gained prominence in the 16th century as mathematicians sought to formalize the concept of powers and roots. The diverse usage of the term has evolved since then, with its mathematical meaning being widely adopted in various fields, including science and engineering. In advocacy, 'exponent' gained traction in the 19th and 20th centuries, reflecting the increasing importance of individuals who actively support social causes and reforms.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,580, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.