MATHEMATICAL Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

mathematical

adjective

ˌmath-ˈma-ti-kəl

Definition of mathematical

as in accurate

meeting the highest standard of accuracy produced an answer of mathematical precision

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Recent Examples of mathematical It is generated from a mathematical description of a three-dimensional space. — Aman Kumar, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Sep. 2026 Interestingly, the idea of the oracle entered computer science, acquiring a precise mathematical meaning in 1939. — Ambuj Tewari, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2026 This was, just like the reappearance of the same hand of cards, a mathematical problem of probability, the calculation of chance. — Artforum, 28 Sep. 2026 In this way, an equation gives you an indirect description of a mathematical object. — Dan Rockmore, The New York Review of Books, 27 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mathematical

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An in-home assessment can help identify which windows require replacement and provide more accurate project pricing.

— Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
Athletic directors and coaches have been scrambling to make sure players are eligible and parental paperwork is accurate.

— Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of accurate

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Therapists begin facials with face-scanning wands and other probes, to measure your lipid shield, pigmentation, hydration and elasticity, and then cater their approach to the precise needs of your skin in that moment.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
At the opening, Lafayette 148 NorthPark will feature its fall 2026 collection, including exclusive leather colorways created for Dallas, precise tailoring and signature white shirts informed by the archives and three decades of craftsmanship.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of precise

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The list takes months to compile, with multiple steps and checks designed to ensure the ranking is rigorous and consistent.

— Kelli Grant, CFP®,Riley de León, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
With rigorous reporting and more than 150 interviews with those working for the US’ most influential AI companies, technology journalist Roose covers Silicon Valley’s breakneck race to build artificial general intelligence.

— Mary Lawrence Ware, semafor.com, 6 Oct. 2026

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