Meaning & Definition of word "Nth"

Nth

/ɛnθ/

1. referring to an unspecified member of a series or sequence, often used in mathematical contexts.
- Example: To find the nth term of the sequence, we need to apply the formula.
2. used to indicate an indefinitely large number.
- Example: He has asked me to move this box for the nth time today.
3. pertaining to the position in a sequence based on an ordinal number.
- Example: She finished in the nth place in the competition, but she was proud of her effort.

●Derived from the letter 'n', used in mathematics to denote a variable term.

to the nth degree:

To the maximum extent; to the highest level.

nth power:

The value of a number raised to an exponent of 'n'.

numerical:

Relating to or expressed as a number.

sequence:

A particular order in which related events, movements, or things follow each other.

Meaning: Used humorously to signify a large, but indefinite, number.

● Example Sentence: I've told you to clean your room for the nth time!

Meaning: Representing something done repeatedly or excessively.

● Example Sentence: This is my nth attempt to get it right.