Mathematics Terminology

noun a person who leads a congregation in singing or prayer in a synagogue

• The cantor led the congregation in singing hymns during the church service.
• The cantor has a beautiful voice and always makes the songs sound amazing.
• Yo, did you hear that cantor hitting those high notes? She's got skills!
• The cantor of the forest was the nightingale, whose song filled the air with beauty.

noun a board with 64 squares of two alternating colors, used for playing checkers or chess

• The checkerboard pattern on the floor added a touch of sophistication to the room.
• I love playing checkers on a checkerboard with my friends.
• That checkerboard design is so retro, I love it!
• The political landscape can sometimes feel like a checkerboard, with different players making their moves.

noun a thing made up of several parts or elements

adjective made up of various parts or elements

• The engineer used a composite material to build the bridge, ensuring its durability and strength.
• I love how the composite deck looks in our backyard, it's so much better than wood.
• That new car is totally composite, it's got all the latest features and technology.
• The artist's painting was a composite of various styles, creating a unique and eclectic masterpiece.

noun a situation where two or more things are not connected or related

verb to disconnect or separate

adjective not connected or related

• The two sets are disjoint, meaning they have no elements in common.
• Those two groups are totally disjoint, they never hang out together.
• Our tastes in music are so disjoint, we never agree on what to listen to.
• The disjoint relationship between the characters adds an interesting dynamic to the story.

noun an approximate calculation or judgment of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something

• The project manager provided a detailed estimation of the costs involved in the construction.
• I made a rough estimation of how long it would take to drive to the beach.
• I took a wild guess at the number of people attending the party, but my estimation was way off.
• Her estimation of his character turned out to be completely wrong.

adverb at, to, or by a greater distance

• The store is located farther down the street.
• I need to walk farther to get to the bus stop.
• I can't believe how much farther we have to go.
• As we delve deeper into the topic, we realize there is much farther to go in our understanding.

noun A point or level beyond which something does not or may not extend or pass.

verb To set or serve as a limit to.

• The speed limit on this road is 50 miles per hour.
• I think we're pushing the limits of our budget with this vacation.
• I can't believe he crossed the limit and got himself in trouble.
• There are no limits to what you can achieve if you put your mind to it.

adjective having lumps or uneven thickness; full of lumps

• The scientist observed the lumpy texture of the rock sample under the microscope.
• I don't like the lumpy gravy that grandma makes for Thanksgiving dinner.
• The mattress in the guest room is so lumpy, it's like sleeping on rocks.
• The lumpy road ahead symbolizes the challenges we will face on our journey.

noun a system of measurement that is based on the meter, kilogram, and second as units of length, weight, and time

• The metric system is the standard system of measurement used in most countries around the world.
• I find it easier to understand measurements in the metric system rather than the imperial system.
• I'm all about that metric life, none of that other measurement nonsense.
• Switching to the metric system in our project really streamlined our processes.

noun the state of being numerous or multiple

adjective having or involving multiple elements or parts

• The study of genetics involves understanding the multiplicity of genes within an organism.
• There are a multiplicity of options for lunch at the food court.
• I can't believe the multiplicity of drama happening in our friend group right now.
• The artist used a multiplicity of colors to create a vibrant and dynamic painting.

adverb Almost, not quite, close to but not completely

preposition Used to indicate that something is close to being or happening

• The project is nearly complete and ready for submission.
• I'm nearly done with my homework, just a few more questions to go.
• I nearly missed the bus this morning, but I made it just in time.
• Her words cut me deeply, leaving me feeling nearly broken.

verb to give an authoritative command or instruction to do something

adjective arranged or organized in a particular way

• The judge ordered a retrial due to new evidence coming to light.
• I ordered a pizza for dinner because I didn't feel like cooking.
• I ordered some new kicks online and can't wait for them to arrive.
• The CEO ordered a company-wide restructuring to improve efficiency.

noun a numerical or other measurable factor forming one of a set that defines a system or sets the conditions of its operation

• The researcher adjusted the parameters of the experiment to achieve more accurate results.
• Make sure you set the parameters correctly before running the simulation.
• I need to tweak the parameters of this recipe to make it taste better.
• In life, we often have to reassess the parameters of our goals to adapt to changing circumstances.

noun a rate, number, or amount in each hundred

adjective relating to or denoting a proportion per hundred

• The percentage of students who passed the exam increased this year.
• What percentage of people actually believe that?
• The percentage of people who showed up to the party was off the charts.
• The percentage of happiness in her life seemed to decrease with each passing day.

adjective an adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'predetermined' describes something that is decided in advance

• The outcome of the experiment was predetermined by the initial conditions set by the researchers.
• She felt like her fate was predetermined by the decisions she had made in the past.
• I knew I was going to fail the test because it was predetermined that I wouldn't pass.
• His actions seemed to be guided by a predetermined script, as if he was just going through the motions.

noun a systematic gathering together of people or things

verb to bring together or gather into a group or whole

• The finance team will need to round up all the expenses for the quarterly report.
• Let's round up all the team members for a quick meeting.
• Hey, can you round up the gang for a movie night?
• It's time to round up our thoughts and come up with a solution.

noun a small, dispersed amount or number of something

verb to throw or drop in various random directions

adjective dispersed or spread out in various directions

• The wind caused the leaves to scatter across the lawn.
• I accidentally knocked over the box and now the contents are scattered everywhere.
• The party was so wild, people were scatter all over the place.
• Her thoughts were scattered, making it difficult for her to focus on the task at hand.

adjective occurring, operating, or done at the same time

adverb simultaneously

• The two events were scheduled to occur simultaneously.
• We need to do both tasks at the same time.
• Let's multitask and handle everything simultaneously.
• Balancing work and personal life can feel like juggling multiple balls simultaneously.

adjective relating to or based on the number three; consisting of three parts or elements

• In mathematics, a ternary operation is an operation that takes three operands.
• I prefer using ternary expressions in my code for better readability.
• Let's keep it simple and use the ternary operator instead of an if-else statement.
• The ternary relationship between love, trust, and respect is crucial in any healthy relationship.

adjective not level or smooth; irregular

adverb unevenly

• The surface of the road was very uneven, making it difficult to drive on.
• The table is uneven, so be careful not to spill your drink.
• Her haircut looks so uneven, like she did it herself.
• The distribution of wealth in the country is uneven, with a small percentage of people holding the majority of the wealth.

noun the action or fact of joining or being joined

• The labor union negotiated for better working conditions on behalf of the employees.
• I heard the union is organizing a protest next week.
• The union is really sticking it to the boss this time.
• The union of flavors in this dish creates a perfect balance.

noun the act of constructing or arranging in a series of steps or stages

verb to construct or arrange in a series of steps or stages

• The housing association offers staircasing as an option for shared ownership tenants to gradually increase their ownership percentage.
• If you're looking to buy more of your shared ownership home, staircasing might be a good option for you.
• I heard Sarah is staircasing her way up to full ownership of her flat.
• In order to reach success, you may need to take a staircasing approach, gradually climbing higher and higher towards your goals.

noun a green pigment used in painting

verb to turn or change direction

• The architect designed a building with a vert facade, showcasing modern and sleek lines.
• I love looking out at the vert hills from my bedroom window.
• Let's hit up that vert skatepark this weekend and show off our skills.
• His mood took a vert turn when he found out he got the job offer.

adjective describing something that can be satisfied or fulfilled

• The mathematical equation is satisfiable when there exists an assignment of values that makes it true.
• I finally found a solution that makes the problem satisfiable.
• Dude, I cracked the code and made it satisfiable!
• Her smile was the missing piece that made his heart satisfiable.

noun the numerical value determined by the position of a digit in a number

• Understanding place value is crucial in the study of mathematics.
• Knowing place value helps make math problems easier to solve.
• Place value is like the building blocks of numbers.
• In life, knowing the place value of different aspects can help prioritize what's important.

noun a number that is one less than 100

adjective referring to the number ninety-nine

• The company was founded in 1999.
• I bought this shirt for 99 bucks.
• Let's hit up that new club on 99th street.
• She gave it her 99% to win the competition.

noun a plural form of the noun abacus, which is a calculating tool used for arithmetic calculations

• The student used abaci to solve complex mathematical problems in the classroom.
• I found some old abaci in my grandparents' attic.
• Hey, check out these cool abaci I found at the flea market!
• The abaci of history continue to shape our understanding of the past.

noun A person who uses an abacus for calculation.

• The abacist used an ancient counting tool to perform calculations.
• The abacist is really good at doing math in his head.
• I heard that abacist is a human calculator.
• She's like an abacist when it comes to organizing her thoughts.

noun a manual computing device with beads or disks that can be moved up and down on rods or in grooves

• The teacher demonstrated how to use the abacus to perform complex calculations.
• I found an old abacus in my grandparents' attic and decided to try using it.
• I'm so bad at math, I might as well be using an abacus!
• She used the abacus of her mind to carefully weigh her options before making a decision.

noun A primary color in additive color mixing, which are red, green, and blue

adjective Describing the primary colors used in additive color mixing

• In color theory, red, green, and blue are known as the additive primary colors.
• You need to mix red, green, and blue to get the right shade because they are the additive primary colors.
• You gotta use red, green, and blue 'cause they're the main colors that work together.
• Just like how red, green, and blue are the additive primary colors, teamwork, communication, and trust are the additive primary traits for success.