mathematical
0 antonyms and opposites of mathematical, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Relating to mathematics or its methods.
How to use mathematical
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Medieval Latin mathēmaticālis, ultimately from Greek mathēma, "learning, knowledge."
Full origin of mathematical →Frequently asked questions
What does “mathematical” mean?
The word “mathematical” means relating to mathematics or its methods. In plain terms, to do with mathematics, or so exact it seems calculated.
How do you pronounce “mathematical”?
“Mathematical” is pronounced math-MAT-ih-kuhl (/ˌmæθ(.ə)ˈmæt.ɪ.kəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “mathematical” in a sentence?
Here is “mathematical” used in a sentence: “The bridge was designed using complex mathematical models.”
What part of speech is “mathematical”?
“Mathematical” is an adjective.
Where does the word “mathematical” come from?
The word “mathematical” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin mathēmaticālis, ultimately from Greek mathēma, "learning, knowledge.".
Is “mathematical” a common word?
“Mathematical” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “mathematical” have?
“Mathematical” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to mathematics or its methods.
Is it mathematic or mathematical?
The standard adjective is mathematical: a mathematical formula, mathematical skills. Mathematic survives only as a rare variant, so mathematical is the safe choice in modern English.
What is the difference between mathematical and arithmetical?
Arithmetical relates specifically to arithmetic, the basic operations with numbers such as adding and multiplying. Mathematical is the broader term, covering the whole of mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and calculus.
What is a mathematical certainty?
A mathematical certainty is something regarded as absolutely certain, as though it could be proved by calculation. The phrase is often figurative: 'Relegation is now a mathematical certainty' means the numbers no longer allow any other outcome.