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integrate

[ ˈɪntɪɡreɪt ]

Verb

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mathematics

To find the integral of a function over a given interval. It involves finding the area under the curve of the function.

Synonyms

calculate the integral, find the antiderivative.

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Word	Description / Examples
integrate	This word is commonly used in mathematical contexts, particularly in calculus, where it refers to the process of finding the integral of a function. It can also be used metaphorically in everyday language to mean combining parts into a whole. In calculus class, we learned how to integrate various functions The new software helps to integrate different data sources seamlessly
calculate the integral	This phrase is used specifically in mathematical situations where one needs to find the definite or indefinite integral of a function. It emphasizes the process of calculation. To solve the area under the curve, first calculate the integral of the function from point A to point B In the exam, we had to calculate the integral of a polynomial function
find the antiderivative	Used in mathematics, specifically in calculus, this phrase focuses on finding the original function whose derivative is given. It is more formal and technical. Given the derivative, we need to find the antiderivative to solve this problem Finding the antiderivative is crucial in solving differential equations

Word

Description / Examples

integrate

This word is commonly used in mathematical contexts, particularly in calculus, where it refers to the process of finding the integral of a function. It can also be used metaphorically in everyday language to mean combining parts into a whole.

In calculus class, we learned how to integrate various functions
The new software helps to integrate different data sources seamlessly

calculate the integral

This phrase is used specifically in mathematical situations where one needs to find the definite or indefinite integral of a function. It emphasizes the process of calculation.

To solve the area under the curve, first calculate the integral of the function from point A to point B
In the exam, we had to calculate the integral of a polynomial function

find the antiderivative

Used in mathematics, specifically in calculus, this phrase focuses on finding the original function whose derivative is given. It is more formal and technical.

Given the derivative, we need to find the antiderivative to solve this problem
Finding the antiderivative is crucial in solving differential equations

Examples of usage

We need to integrate the function f(x) over the interval [a, b].
Integrating this function will give us the total area under the curve.

Translations

Translations of the word "integrate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 integrar

🇮🇳 एकीकृत करना

🇩🇪 integrieren

🇮🇩 mengintegrasikan

🇺🇦 інтегрувати

🇵🇱 integrować

🇯🇵 統合する

🇫🇷 intégrer

🇪🇸 integrar

🇹🇷 entegre etmek

🇰🇷 통합하다

🇸🇦 دمج

🇨🇿 integrovat

🇸🇰 integrovať

🇨🇳 整合

🇸🇮 integrirati

🇮🇸 samþætta

🇰🇿 интеграциялау

🇬🇪 ინტეგრირება

🇦🇿 birləşdirmək

🇲🇽 integrar

Etymology

The word 'integrate' comes from the Latin word 'integratus', which means 'renewed' or 'repeated'. In mathematics, the concept of integration dates back to the 17th century, with contributions from mathematicians like Newton and Leibniz. It plays a crucial role in calculus and has applications in various fields such as physics, engineering, and economics.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,743 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.

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