computed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kəmˈpjuːtɪd/
KK: /kəmˈpjuːtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Determined by mathematical calculation or processing rather than being directly measured.
Example
The computed results showed a significant increase in efficiency.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more computed
Superlative: most computed
Conversation
Did you see how they computed the final scores for the project?
Yeah, it was interesting to see the breakdown of the results.
I wonder if they used any special formulas to get those computed values.
Probably! It looked like they put a lot of thought into it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
calculated
derived
estimated
Antonyms
measured
random
unpredictable
verb
Definition
To calculate or determine something using mathematical or logical methods.
Example
The engineer computed the total cost of the project before starting.
Tense Forms
Past: computed
Past Participle: computed
Conversation
Did you finish the math assignment yet?
Yeah, I computed all the answers last night.
That's impressive! I still need to figure out some of the problems.
Root Explanation
Computed → It is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "putare" (meaning to reckon or think). The word "computed" means to reckon or calculate something together, often involving a process of thinking or reasoning.
Memory Tip
Think of 'reckoning' or 'thinking together' when you hear 'computed' — it helps you remember that it refers to the process of calculating or figuring something out.
Visually Confused Words
uncomputed
recompute
commute
clouted