Mathematical — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌmath-ˈma-ti-kəl/ math·e·mat·i·cal

Meaning & Definition of Mathematical

Mathematical (adjective)

  1. of, relating to, or according with mathematics
  2. rigorously exact, precise
  3. certain

Mathematical (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. meeting the highest standard of accuracy

    "produced an answer of mathematical precision"

    similar: accurate, close, delicate, exact, fine, hairline, pinpoint, precise, refined, rigorous, spot-on
    related: correct, right, strict, true, definite, definitive, nice, subtle, careful, fastidious, finical, finicky, meticulous
    opposite: coarse, imprecise, inaccurate, inexact, rough
    near: approximate, round, false, incorrect, untrue, wrong, careless, loose, indefinite, unclear, vague, doubtful, dubious, questionable, unreliable, untrustworthy

Related Entry: Induction (noun)

Induction is a different word from Mathematical. The synonyms below are for induction, not for mathematical.

  1. the process or an instance of being formally placed in an office or organization

    "the formal induction will be tomorrow, but the college president has already started work"

    similar: baptism, inaugural, inauguration, initiation, installation, installment, investiture, investment
    related: enlistment, enrollment, promotion
    near: discharge, removal

  2. an opinion arrived at through a process of reasoning

    "the urbanologist's controversial induction that a thriving bohemian community is vital to a city's economic health"

    similar: conclusion, consequence, deduction, determination, eduction, inference, sequitur
    related: decision, deliverance, diagnosis, judgment, resolution, ruling, verdict, conjecture, guess, surmise, assumption, presumption, supposition

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Mathematical

The most common words with a similar meaning to Mathematical:

accurate, close, delicate, exact, fine, hairline, pinpoint, precise, refined, rigorous, spot-on

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Mathematical

Words with the opposite meaning of Mathematical:

coarse, imprecise, inaccurate, inexact, rough

Related Words for Mathematical

correct, right, strict, true, definite, definitive, nice, subtle, careful, fastidious, finical, finicky, meticulous

Near Antonyms of Mathematical

approximate, round, false, incorrect, untrue, wrong, careless, loose, indefinite, unclear, vague, doubtful, dubious, questionable, unreliable, untrustworthy

Word Forms of Mathematical

Derived words: mathematically (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Mathematical

Middle English mathematicalle, from Latin mathematicus, from Greek mathēmatikos, from mathēmat-, mathēma learning, mathematics, from manthanein to learn; probably akin to Goth mundon to pay attention

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Mathematical

Words & Phrases Containing Mathematical

mathematical expectation, mathematical induction, mathematical logic

Frequently Asked Questions about Mathematical

What does "Mathematical" mean?

"Mathematical" means of, relating to, or according with mathematics. As an adjective, it is defined as: of, relating to, or according with mathematics.

What is another word for "Mathematical"?

Other words for "Mathematical" include accurate, close, delicate, exact, fine, hairline, pinpoint and precise. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Mathematical" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Mathematical"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Mathematical". Common alternatives include accurate, close, delicate, exact, fine, hairline, pinpoint, precise, refined and rigorous.

What is the opposite of "Mathematical"?

Antonyms of "Mathematical" include coarse, imprecise, inaccurate, inexact and rough. Near antonyms include approximate, round, false and incorrect.

How do you use "Mathematical" in a sentence?

Examples of "Mathematical" in a sentence: "produced an answer of mathematical precision".

Is "Mathematical" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Mathematical" is an adjective.

Is "Mathematical" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Mathematical" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Mathematical"?

"Mathematical" is pronounced /ˌmath-ˈma-ti-kəl/ and divided into syllables as math·e·mat·i·cal.