Calculated

Pronunciation: /ˈkælkjəˌleɪtɪd/

Definitions of calculated

verb to determine or estimate something based on mathematical or logical reasoning

Example Sentences

A1 She calculated the total cost of her groceries before going to the checkout.

A2 He calculated how much time he had left to finish the project.

B1 The engineer calculated the maximum weight the bridge could hold.

B2 The scientist calculated the trajectory of the rocket to ensure a successful launch.

C1 The financial analyst calculated the potential risks and returns of the investment portfolio.

C2 The mathematician calculated the complex equations with precision and accuracy.

Examples of calculated in a Sentence

formal The scientist carefully calculated the precise measurements needed for the experiment.

informal I calculated how much money I would need for the trip and it's more than I expected.

slang I calculated that party would be lit, so I made sure to RSVP.

figurative She calculated the risks of starting her own business and decided it was worth it.

Grammatical Forms of calculated

• past tense: calculated
• plural: calculates
• comparative: more calculated
• superlative: most calculated
• present tense: calculate
• future tense: will calculate
• perfect tense: has calculated
• continuous tense: is calculating
• singular: calculates
• positive degree: calculated
• infinitive: to calculate
• gerund: calculating
• participle: calculated

Origin and Evolution of calculated

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'calculated' originated from the Latin word 'calculatus', which comes from the verb 'calculare' meaning to reckon or compute.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a mathematical sense to refer to the process of making mathematical calculations, the word 'calculated' has evolved over time to also mean deliberate, planned, or intentional actions or decisions.