APPROXIMATION
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There are 4 meanings of the word
Approximation.
Approximation - as a noun
An approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth
Example: "An estimate of what it would cost"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
estimate10estimation12idea5Hypernyms (Closely Related)
calculation15computation17figuring13reckoning16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The quality of coming near to identity (especially close in quantity)
An imprecise or incomplete account
Example: "Newspapers gave only an approximation of the actual events"
The act of bringing near or bringing together especially the cut edges of tissue
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bringing close togetherExample Sentences
"The result is only an approximation."
"I gave her an approximation of how long it would take."
"These figures are just rough approximations."
"The measurement was only an approximation of the actual length."
"Using a map, I made an approximation of the distance between the two cities."
Word Game Points
Is APPROXIMATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, approximation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
APPROXIMATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 26.
Is APPROXIMATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, approximation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAPPROXIMATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 30.
Is APPROXIMATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, approximation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAPPROXIMATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
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