algebraic
algebraic
Definition
al·ge·braic (al′jə brā′ik)
adjective
- of, used in, or characteristic of algebra
- of a number, etc. expressible by algebraic operations
al′·ge·bra′i·cally adverb
algebraic
Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- topology: This culminated in the great results of algebraic topology in the middle of the previous century.
- geometry: We describe certain stable models, using tools from algebraic geometry.
- equation: Pace: Approach pacing like you would an algebraic equation.
- manipulation: Use of symbols, basic algebraic manipulation, fractions.
- notation: Children are known to often invent idiosyncratic notation to describe their mathematical findings, or to use algebraic notation in unusual ways.
- invariant: The wonder of it all is the theory of algebraic invariants was successful far beyond the hopes of its originators.
Modifying Another Word
- purely: He sent his results on making the differential calculus into a purely algebraic theory to the Royal Society.
- almost: In many ways the heart of his argument is found not in the text but in the almost algebraic appendices.
- only: The system contains only algebraic equations and o.d.e.s with a single independent variable ( normally time ).
- particularly: Will QCA's revised criteria improve students ' mastery of basic skills and particularly algebraic techniques?
Used with adjective complement
