computational
UK: ˌkɒmpjʊˈteɪʃənl | US: ˌkɑːmpjəˈteɪʃənl
adj. relating to computation or the use of computers
adj. involving mathematical calculations or algorithms
The word "computational" traces its roots to the Latin computare ("to calculate"), formed from com- (intensive prefix) + putare ("to reckon"). The suffix -ation converts the verb "compute" into a noun ("computation"), and -al further transforms it into an adjective. The term evolved alongside the development of computing technology, reflecting its focus on systematic calculation and data processing.
Computational methods are essential for analyzing large datasets.
The team used computational models to predict weather patterns.
Her research focuses on computational linguistics.
Advances in computational power have revolutionized scientific research.
The course covers both theoretical and computational aspects of physics.