Definition

Capable of being made smaller or simpler in some way.

Example

The problem is reducible, meaning it can be simplified to a more manageable form.

Conversation

I was reading about math concepts and came across the term reducible polynomials.

Oh really? What does that mean exactly?

It means those polynomials can be factored into simpler ones.

Got it! That sounds pretty interesting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reducible → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "ducere" (meaning to lead). The word "reducible" means capable of being led back or brought back to a simpler form.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'led back' ('ducere') to a simpler state 'again' ('re-') — that's what reducible means.

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