numerical | ||
1. | [ adjective ] measured or expressed in numbers | |
Synonyms: | numeric | |
Examples: | "numerical value" "the numerical superiority of the enemy" |
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Related terms: | quantitative | |
2. | [ adjective ] of or relating to or denoting numbers | |
Synonyms: | numeric numeral | |
Examples: | "a numeral adjective" "numerical analysis" |
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Related terms: | number number number | |
3. | [ adjective ] designated by or expressed in numbers | |
Synonyms: | numeric | |
Examples: | "numerical symbols" "a very simple numeric code" "numerical equations" |
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Related terms: | denotative | |
4. | [ adjective ] (mathematics) relating to or having ability to think in or work with numbers | |
Synonyms: | mathematical | |
Examples: | "tests for rating numerical aptitude" "a mathematical whiz" |
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Related terms: | verbal nonverbal | |
Similar spelling: |
numerically numeric numeracy numerosity |