approximation
/əˌprɒksɪˈmeɪʃən/ · /əˌprɑːksɪˈmeɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #6330 in the learning path
近似值；粗略估计
Definitions
n. An estimate that is close to the exact value.
近似值；粗略估计
n. Something similar to another thing but not exactly the same.
近似物；近似表现
Example
My budget is only a rough approximation of the cost.
我的预算只是对费用的粗略估计。
Computer models provide an approximation of future climate conditions rather than a precise prediction of every change.
计算机模型提供的是对未来气候状况的近似估计，而非对每一次变化的精确预测。
Collocations
- a rough approximation
- a close approximation
- a reasonable approximation
Word family
- approximate (v.)
- approximate (adj.)
- approximately (adv.)
Synonyms
- estimate
Usage tip
常用an approximation of；强调接近但并不精确。
FAQ
- What does approximation mean?
- An estimate that is close to the exact value. Something similar to another thing but not exactly the same.
- How is approximation pronounced?
- UK /əˌprɒksɪˈmeɪʃən/, US /əˌprɑːksɪˈmeɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
