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PARAMETER

(noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Parameter.

How to pronounce parameter:

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Parameter - as a noun

A constant in the equation of a curve that can be varied to yield a family of similar curves

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
parametric quantity
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
constant10constant quantityinvariable15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Any factor that defines a system and determines (or limits) its performance

(computer science) a reference or value that is passed to a function, procedure, subroutine, command, or program

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
argument11

A quantity (such as the mean or variance) that characterizes a statistical population and that can be estimated by calculations from sample data

Example Sentences

"The temperature parameter should be set between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius."
"It is important to define the search parameters to obtain accurate results."
"The function takes several parameters as input."
"The program's parameters can be adjusted to optimize performance."
"The company is evaluating the financial parameters for the new project."
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Word Game Points

Is PARAMETER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, parameter is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PARAMETER has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PARAMETER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, parameter is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARAMETER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is PARAMETER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, parameter is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARAMETER has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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