Mathematical: meaning, definitions and examples

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mathematical

 

[ ˌmaθəˈmatɪkəl ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

problem solving

Relating to or using the principles of mathematics; precise and exact.

Synonyms

exact, precise, rigorous

Examples of usage

  • His approach to problem solving was highly mathematical.
  • The mathematical nature of the calculations ensured accurate results.
  • She had a mathematical mind, always finding the right solution.
Context #2 | Adjective

advanced studies

Of or relating to mathematics, especially as an academic discipline.

Synonyms

analytical, numeric, quantitative

Examples of usage

  • The university offered a range of mathematical courses.
  • Her research focused on mathematical theories and applications.
Context #3 | Noun

academic subject

The abstract science of number, quantity, and space, either as abstract concepts (pure mathematics) or as applied to other disciplines such as physics and engineering (applied mathematics).

Synonyms

arithmetic, calculation, mathematics

Examples of usage

  • Her passion for mathematical theory led her to pursue a PhD in the field.
  • Mathematical concepts are fundamental to understanding the universe.

Translations

Translations of the word "mathematical" in other languages:

🇵🇹 matemático

🇮🇳 गणितीय

🇩🇪 mathematisch

🇮🇩 matematis

🇺🇦 математичний

🇵🇱 matematyczny

🇯🇵 数学的 (すうがくてき)

🇫🇷 mathématique

🇪🇸 matemático

🇹🇷 matematiksel

🇰🇷 수학적 (수학적인)

🇸🇦 رياضي

🇨🇿 matematický

🇸🇰 matematický

🇨🇳 数学的

🇸🇮 matematičen

🇮🇸 stærðfræðilegur

🇰🇿 математикалық

🇬🇪 მათემატიკური

🇦🇿 riyazi

🇲🇽 matemático

Etymology

The word 'mathematical' originated from the Greek word 'mathematikos', meaning 'inclined to learn'. The concept of mathematics has been a fundamental part of human knowledge for thousands of years, with early civilizations developing numerical systems and geometric principles. Over time, mathematics evolved into a formal discipline with its own set of rules and methods for problem-solving. Today, mathematical concepts play a crucial role in various fields such as science, technology, and finance, shaping our understanding of the world around us.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,796, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.