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mathematical

mathematical

69 4.1
Able to use numbers and do math
  • adjective
  • /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/
translation icon : matemático
  • I assessed risk based on a series of complex mathematical equations.
  • mathematical concepts
  • mathematical skills
  • mathematical problems

And let me just get my little mathematical brain on.

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Examples

  • Bridges can be a very good tool for reinforcing mathematical concepts with engineering and technology students.

    Academic text (2011)
  • What is the nature of the mathematical formula for those forces?

  • And let me just get my little mathematical brain on.

  • OK, So this is a mathematical fact, OK.

  • Maybe you did some mathematical work for them or something.

  • Teachers guide their students' mathematical understanding through math talk and the questions they ask.

    Academic text (2015)
  • Students are expected to master mathematical skills as well as media and visual literacies.

    Academic text (2015)
  • The aim, therefore, is to strengthen student teachers' mathematical skills while imparting pedagogical strategies.

    Academic text (2008)
  • Her mathematical skills helped her solve complex problems quickly.

  • The teacher used a mathematical approach to explain the concepts.

Synonyms

numerical
vsmathematical
34 4.1

About numbers rather than words

covers the broader study and skill with numbers rather than only number forms
numeric
vsmathematical
9 4.6

Relating to or using numbers to show information

is more general covering the study and practical skill with numbers

Compounds

mathematical proof
  • Specialized
1 5.9

A logical argument that shows a mathematical statement is true

mathematical logic
  • Specialized
1 6.4

A part of math that studies rules and proofs about statements

mathematical notation
  • Specialized
1 6.1

A system of symbols and signs that show numbers, operations, and how they relate

1 3.2

A calculation in math like adding, subtracting, multiplying or dividing numbers

A way of using math to study or solve problems

1 5.6

A clear sentence that shows a math relation or idea

mathematical symbol
  • Specialized
1 3.5

A sign used in math to show an operation, number, or relation

5.7

A process that finds the best choice using math and clear rules

mathematical process
  • Specialized
3.5

A series of steps used to solve math problems like addition or multiplication

mathematical product
  • Specialized
3.6

The result when you multiply two or more numbers

6.8

Using math to choose the best option within given limits for schedules or costs

mathematical function
  • Specialized
4.3

A rule that gives each item in one group exactly one item in another group

mathematical group
  • Specialized
9.9

A collection of items with a rule to combine them, a do-nothing element, and opposites

8.1

A way to show a statement true for every natural number by checking the first case and the next case

mathematical relation
  • Specialized
5.4

A connection between values that shows when they are equal or which is larger

mathematical space
  • Specialized
8.2

A group of points that follows simple rules used in geometry and other math

7.2

A person who uses math to study data and chance

How Mathematical

rigorous
85 6.7
formal
  • Specialized
40 5.3
numerical
34 4.1
mathematical
69 4.1
qualitative
18 6.3

Surface Forms

mathematical positive

Morphology

mathematical = mathematic (transparent) = mathematic + al

This is a regular adjective formation meaning 'relating to mathematics,' so the connection to the base is straightforward.

Etymology

Mathematical comes from the Greek word mathema meaning 'learning' or 'what is learned', and it is the same root as the everyday word math. So mathematical describes things that are about math or show skill with numbers.