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Commutative

Verb / ˈkɑ:ˈmmu:ˈtɑ: / Another word for commutative — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Commutive means that the order of the numbers or elements being operated on does not change the result.

Synonyms & similar words

exchangeable interchangeable reciprocal reversible mutual correlative interconvertible switching transposable convertible alternating swapping inverted flipped rotated transposed switched changed altered modified

Example sentences

  1. The commutative property of addition: 2 + 3 = 3 + 2.
  2. You can commute to school either by bus or by bike.
  3. John and Emily have a commutative relationship, where they take turns doing chores.
  4. The commutative property of multiplication: 4 x 5 = 5 x 4.
  5. In math, the commutative property helps us understand that the order of operations doesn't affect the final result.

Quotes

  • Mathematics is not about numbers, equations, computations, or algorithms: it is about understanding. – William Paul Thurston
  • The essence of mathematics is not to make simple things complicated, but to make complicated things simple. – S. Gudder
  • I have often admired the mystical way of Pythagoras, and the secret Magic of numbers. – Sir Thomas Browne

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