exponentially
adverb
Simple meaning
Increasing very quickly and greatly.
Pronunciation
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ɛkspoʊˈnɛnʃəli
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Definition
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adverb
proscribed
Rapidly, greatly
mathematicssciences
In an exponential manner.
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- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Varies by meaning
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More ways to use exponentially
- “Inflation is growing exponentially.”adverb
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A function in which an independent variable appears as an exponent.
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