approximation

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth
  2. noun the quality of coming near to identity (especially close in quantity)
  3. noun an imprecise or incomplete account

Etymology

From approximate + -ion.

In classic literature

Synonyms

estimate, estimation, idea

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