What does multiplicative mean?
Multiplicative means Of or pertaining to multiplication..
Multiplicative
/ˈmʌltɪplɪˌkeɪtɪv/ · adjective
Meaning
Of or pertaining to multiplication..
Definitions by Sense
- Of or pertaining to multiplication.
- (mathematics, of a function, etc.) Distributive over multiplication.
- (algebra) Having multiplication as an operator.
- (grammar) A grammatical adverbial case in Finnish.
Example Sentences
Matrix determinants are multiplicative; if A and B are square matrices of the same size, then #92;mbox#123;det#125;(AB)#61;#92;mbox#123;det#125;(A)#92;,#92;mbox#123;det#125;(B).
Synonyms for multiplicative
Antonyms for multiplicative
Related Words
Word Forms
- multiplicatives
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for multiplicative?
Common synonyms include increasing.
What is the opposite of multiplicative?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use multiplicative in a sentence?
Matrix determinants are multiplicative; if A and B are square matrices of the same size, then #92;mbox#123;det#125;(AB)#61;#92;mbox#123;det#125;(A)#92;,#92;mbox#123;det#125;(B).
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