Words Like APPROXIMATION

We have put together a list of words that are similar to APPROXIMATION.

20 Alternative Words Similar to approximation

1 Estimate Noun      Synonym Words Like Estimate
2 Estimation Noun      Synonym Words Like Estimation
3 Idea Noun      Synonym Words Like Idea
4 Calculation Noun      Synonym Words Like Calculation
5 Computation Noun      Synonym Words Like Computation
6 Connection Noun      Synonym Words Like Connection
7 Connexion Noun      Synonym Words Like Connexion
8 Figuring Noun      Synonym Words Like Figuring
9 Joining Noun      Synonym Words Like Joining
10 Reckoning Noun      Synonym Words Like Reckoning
11 Similarity Noun      Synonym Words Like Similarity
12 Approach Noun      Synonym Words Like Approach
13 Guestimate Noun      Hyponym Words Like Guestimate
14 Guesstimate Noun      Hyponym Words Like Guesstimate
15 Shot Noun      Hyponym Words Like Shot
16 Scalage Noun      Hyponym Words Like Scalage
17 Underestimate Noun      Hyponym Words Like Underestimate
18 Guess Noun      Hyponym Words Like Guess
19 Overestimate Noun      Hyponym Words Like Overestimate
20 Credit Noun      Hyponym Words Like Credit

2 examples of approximation

1 to solve an equation by approximation
2 a rough idea how long it would take

10 definitions of approximation

1 The act of approximating; a drawing, advancing or being near; approach; also, the result of approximating.
2 An approach to a correct estimate, calculation, or conception, or to a given quantity, quality, etc.
3 A continual approach or coming nearer to a result.
4 A value that is nearly but not exactly correct.
5 an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth
6 the act of bringing near or bringing together especially the cut edges of tissue
7 the quality of coming near to identity (especially close in quantity)
8 an imprecise or incomplete account
9 The act, process, or result of approximating.
10 Mathematics An inexact result adequate for a given purpose.
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