Definition

In a way that involves a set of rules or steps to solve a problem or complete a task.

Example

The data was processed algorithmically to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Conversation

I read that they analyze user data algorithmically to improve recommendations.

That makes sense! It seems like a smart way to understand what people want.

Yeah, I wonder how accurate those recommendations really are.

I guess it depends on how well the data is processed and used.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Algorithmically → It is formed from "algorithm" (from Arabic *al-Khwarizmi*, referring to the mathematician Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi, who worked on systematic calculations) and the suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "algorithmically" means in a manner that relates to the systematic procedure or set of rules for solving problems, particularly in mathematics and computer science.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'algorithm' which refers to a systematic way of solving problems, and remember that 'algorithmically' means doing something in a way that relates to this systematic method.

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