Exponentially

/ˌɛkspəˈnɛnʃəli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a manner that involves rapid or exponential growth, typically referring to an increase by a constant factor.

The population of the city grew exponentially over the last decade, doubling in size.

Mathematically, in terms of a function that increases at a rate proportional to its current value.

As technology advances, the capabilities of computers improve exponentially.

Referring to a significant and rapid increase in amount or level.

The use of social media has increased exponentially, impacting communication worldwide.

Indicating a growth pattern that is characterized by the function y = a * b^x, where b > 1.

The company's profits have been rising exponentially since they introduced their new product line.

Derived from 'exponent' with the suffix '-ially' indicating the manner of increase.

grow exponentially

to increase at an accelerating rate, often used in contexts like populations or technologies.

increase exponentially

to expand significantly in amount or strength in a short period of time.

exponential

relating to or involving an exponent; growing at an increasing rate.

exponent

a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself.

Blowing up

The trend is blowing up on social media, it's growing exponentially!

On the rise

Sales are on the rise, our profits are increasing exponentially!