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单词 exponential
释义

exponential

adjective

ex·​po·​nen·​tial ˌek-spə-ˈnen(t)-shəl How to pronounce exponential (audio)
1
: of or relating to an exponent
2
: involving a variable in an exponent
10x is an exponential expression
3
: expressible or approximately expressible by an exponential function
especially : characterized by or being an extremely rapid increase (as in size or extent)
an exponential growth rate
exponentially
ˌek-spə-ˈnen(t)-sh(ə-)lē How to pronounce exponential (audio)
adverb

Example Sentences

The business has experienced several years of exponential growth. Prices have increased at an exponential rate. 103 is an exponential expression.
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Word History

First Known Use

1704, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Medical Definition

exponential

adjective

ex·​po·​nen·​tial ˌek-spə-ˈnen-chəl How to pronounce exponential (audio)
: expressible or approximately expressible by an exponential function
an exponential growth rate
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