Meaning & Definition of word "Approximation"
Approximation
/əˌprɒksɪˈmeɪʃən/
noun:
- 1. A value or quantity that is nearly but not exactly correct.
- Example: The approximation of the total cost helped the team stay within budget.
- 2. An estimation or rough calculation.
- Example: For the sake of simplicity, we used an approximation of the distance.
- 3. A mathematical or statistical approach that is close to the actual value or solution.
- Example: In this method, we derived an approximation of the function using a polynomial.
Etymology
●From Latin 'approximatio', meaning 'a coming near'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in the approximation of:
in a manner that is close to or nearly equal to something else.
good approximation:
a sufficiently close or accurate estimation for practical purposes.
close approximation:
an estimation that is nearly correct or similar to the actual value.
Related Words
estimate:
A rough calculation of value, number, quantity, or extent.
calculation:
The act or process of using mathematics to find an answer.
similarity:
The quality of being alike or resembling something.
Slang Meanings of approximation
Meaning: Close guess
● Example Sentence: It's just a close guess, no need to stress!
Meaning: Ballpark figure
● Example Sentence: Give me a ballpark figure of how much this will cost.