trigonometry
0 antonyms and opposites of trigonometry, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The branch of mathematics dealing with the relationships between the angles and sides of triangles.
Etymology
From Greek trigonon ("triangle") and metron ("measure"), coined in the 1610s as New Latin trigonometria.
Full origin of trigonometry →Frequently asked questions
What does “trigonometry” mean?
The word “trigonometry” means the branch of mathematics dealing with the relationships between the angles and sides of triangles. In plain terms, the math of triangles — angles, sides, and how they relate.
How do you pronounce “trigonometry”?
“Trigonometry” is pronounced trih-guh-NO-muht-ree (/ˌtɹɪɡəˈnɒmətɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “trigonometry” in a sentence?
Here is “trigonometry” used in a sentence: “Trigonometry is used heavily in engineering and navigation.”
What part of speech is “trigonometry”?
“Trigonometry” is a noun.
Where does the word “trigonometry” come from?
The word “trigonometry” dates back to around 1610 and comes from New Latin. From Greek trigonon ("triangle") and metron ("measure"), coined in the 1610s as New Latin trigonometria.