Computationally

/ˌkɒmpjuːˈteɪʃənəli/ adverb

Definition

In a way that involves or relates to computation or mathematical calculation; using computational methods or thinking.

Etymology

From 'computational' (adjective, from 'computation' + '-al') + '-ly' adverbial suffix. 'Computation' derives from Latin 'computatio', from 'computare' (to calculate).

Kelly Says

The rise of 'computationally' as a word reflects the computational revolution—before computers, this adverb barely existed, but now scientists describe systems as 'computationally complex' or 'computationally efficient,' showing how technology changes our vocabulary.

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