numerative

/ˌnjuːmɛˈrətɪv/ or /ˌnjʊmɛˈrætɪv/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or given in numbers; numerical

“The numerative data from the survey was analyzed to determine the population’s preferences.”

2. noun

a word or element that indicates the number or quantity of something, especially in a language.

“In some languages, numeratives are used to indicate the quantity of objects.”

3. noun

a person who deals with numbers.

“The numerative expert helped the company with their financial calculations.”

Synonyms

  • numerical
  • quantitative

Antonyms

  • non-numerical
  • qualitative