numeric
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /njuːˈmɛrɪk/
KK: /nʊˈmɛrɪk/
adjective
Definition
Relating to numbers or a system of numbers.
Example
The numeric code is required to access the secure area.
Conversation
Have you seen the numeric data from the survey?
Yeah, it’s pretty interesting how people responded.
I thought the numeric results would show a clear trend.
Me too! It really gives us a lot to think about.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
numerical
quantitative
arithmetic
Antonyms
non-numeric
alphanumeric
textual
noun
Definition
A number or numeral that represents a quantity or value.
Example
The numeric value of the temperature is 30 degrees Celsius.
Conversation
Did you see the numeric score on that last test?
Yeah, I was shocked at how well I did!
I thought the questions were pretty tricky for a while.
Root Explanation
Numeric → It is formed from "numerus" (meaning number) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "numeric" refers to something that pertains to numbers.
Memory Tip
Think of 'numerus' which means number, and remember that 'numeric' relates to anything that has to do with numbers.
Visually Confused Words
uromeric
unmetric
turmeric