mathematical

Also math·e·mat·ic

[math-uh-mat-i-kuhl]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or of the nature of mathematics.

   mathematical truth.

2. employed in the operations of mathematics.

   mathematical instruments.

3. having the exactness, precision, or certainty of mathematics.

   Synonyms: rigorous, meticulous, precise, exact

mathematical

/ ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl, ˌmæθˈmæt- /

adjective

1. of, used in, or relating to mathematics

2. characterized by or using the precision of mathematics; exact

3. using, determined by, or in accordance with the principles of mathematics

Other Word Forms

• mathematically adverb
• nonmathematic adjective
• nonmathematical adjective
• nonmathematically adverb
• semimathematical adjective
• semimathematically adverb
• supermathematical adjective
• supermathematically adverb
• unmathematical adjective
• unmathematically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of mathematical¹

1400–50; late Middle English < Latin mathēmatic ( us ) pertaining to mathematics + -al ¹

Example Sentences

The data is then plugged into mathematical models run by powerful machines, or "supercomputers".

From BBC

The judge said she would use the "slip rule" to adjust the sentences because the defendants had not been brought to court on time during the sentencing hearing, leading to mathematical errors.

From BBC

The challenge isn’t merely to wager on a contestant’s mathematical prowess but to figure out their behaviors and propensity for irrational risks.

From Salon

Surprised him with a bar mitzvah in Jerusalem, brought his “mathematical art” to life through art shows and social media and planned our busy social schedule.

From Los Angeles Times

She understands there is a formula to our narcissism and neuroses; patterns and mathematical sets of criteria drive our decisions.

From Salon

Related Words

• analytical 
• numerical 
• scientific