computation
Computation (noun) means the act of calculating something, or the result of that calculation. Example: “The final computation showed a small profit for the quarter.”
How to use computation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA calculation, or the process of working one out.
Word forms
computations plural
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The final _____ showed a small profit for the quarter.
Etymology
From Latin computatio, from computare, "to reckon or compute."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for computation
Frequently asked questions
What does “computation” mean?
The word “computation” means the act of calculating something, or the result of that calculation. In plain terms, a calculation, or the process of working one out.
How do you pronounce “computation”?
“Computation” is pronounced komp-yuu-TAYSHN (/ˌkɑmpjʊˈteɪʃn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “computation” in a sentence?
Here is “computation” used in a sentence: “The final computation showed a small profit for the quarter.”
What is another word for “computation”?
Words with a similar meaning to “computation” include calculus.
What part of speech is “computation”?
“Computation” is a noun.
Where does the word “computation” come from?
The word “computation” comes from Latin. From Latin computatio, from computare, "to reckon or compute.".
Is “computation” a common word?
“Computation” is an uncommon word in modern English.