Definition

To express something in mathematical terms or formulas.

Example

The teacher asked the students to mathematize the problem to find a solution.

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Conversation

Have you ever tried to mathematize your daily expenses?

Not really, but it sounds interesting!

I think it could help you see where your money goes.

Yeah, that might make budgeting a lot easier.

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Root Explanation

Mathematize → It is formed from "mathematics" (from Greek "mathematikē", meaning the science of learning) and "-ize" (a suffix meaning to make or to become). The word "mathematize" means to make something mathematical or to express it in mathematical terms.

Memory Tip

Think of the science of learning ('mathematics') and how adding '-ize' means to make it so. This helps you remember that 'mathematize' means to express something in mathematical terms.

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