Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Relating to or expressed as numbers: Pertaining to the use, representation, or measurement involving numbers.
   • Denoting a number: Serving to indicate a number or a position in a sequence.
   • Having the ability to work with numbers: Involving or requiring skill in arithmetic or quantitative reasoning.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:
  • The report presented the data in both graphical and numerical form for clarity.
  • Please enter your numerical PIN to access the account.
  • She has strong numerical skills, which are essential for her job in data analysis.

Advanced Usage

• "Numerical analysis": A branch of mathematics that deals with developing and analyzing methods to obtain numerical solutions to complex mathematical problems.

  • The engineer used numerical analysis to simulate the fluid dynamics.

• "Numerical superiority": A condition of having a greater number, as in a military or competitive context.

  • Their victory was largely due to their numerical superiority on the battlefield.

Variants and Related Words

• Numerically (adverb): In a way that involves or is expressed by numbers.

  • The two groups were numerically equal.

• Numeracy (noun): The ability to understand and work with numbers.

  • Basic numeracy is a fundamental life skill.

Synonyms

• Mathematical: Relating to mathematics.
• Quantitative: Measurable by quantity.
• Arithmetical: Relating to arithmetic.

Related Phrases

• Numerical value: A value expressed as a number.

  • The numerical value of the constant is approximately 3.14.

• Numerical order: Arrangement according to numbers, typically in ascending or descending sequence.

  • The files were arranged in numerical order.

Adjective

1. relating to or having ability to think in or work with numbers
   • tests for rating numerical aptitude
   • a mathematical whiz
2. of or relating to or denoting numbers
   • a numeral adjective
3. measured or expressed in numbers
   • numerical value
   • the numerical superiority of the enemy