numerical
UK: njuːˈmerɪkəl | US: nuːˈmerɪkəl
adj. relating to or expressed as a number or numbers
adj. involving or requiring precise measurement or calculation
The word "numerical" traces back to Latin numerus (number), which evolved into Old French nombre before entering English. The suffix -ical was added to create an adjective meaning "relating to numbers." This reflects the logical progression from the abstract concept of counting (numerus) to its application in quantitative analysis (numerical).
The study requires numerical data to support its conclusions.
She has a strong aptitude for numerical analysis.
The report includes both textual and numerical information.
Numerical errors in the calculations led to incorrect results.
This software is designed for numerical simulations.