Multiplicative

Pronunciation: /ˈməɫtiˈpiˈɫiˈsiˈˌeɪˌtiaɪˈvi/

Multiplicative (adjective)

  1. Relating to the process of multiplying numbers.
  2. Causing something to grow or increase by multiplying.

Examples

  • The multiplicative property of zero states that any number multiplied by zero is zero.
  • Multiplicative inverses are used to solve equations involving fractions.

Common collocations: multiplicative property, multiplicative inverse, multiplicative effect, multiplicative impact

Synonyms of Multiplicative

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Multiplicative

  • describing a decrease or reduction