Synonyms for

Digits

Verb / ˈdɪdʒʌts / / ˈdɪdʒɪts / Another word for digits — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Digits refer to any of the symbols that represent numbers (0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9).

Synonyms & similar words

fingersbreadth digit fingerbreadth finger dactyl figure numbers numerals figures symbols characters marks signs keys codes values quantities amounts measurements data statistics information facts details particulars specifics

Synonyms by register

Formal

numerals symbols characters

Informal

numbers fingers toes

Literary

calculi cyphers

Antonyms

whole number total sum amount figure

Common collocations

  • finger digits
  • digital digits
  • number of digits
  • credit card digits
  • phone number digits
  • social security digits
  • last four digits

Word family

noun digit

Usage note

While 'digits' can refer to fingers or toes, it most commonly refers to the numerical symbols 0-9, especially in computing and mathematics. Avoid using it for 'fingers' or 'toes' in formal contexts unless the meaning is clear.

Example sentences

  1. I use my fingers to count the digits on the calculator.
  2. The bank teller entered the digits of my account number into the computer.
  3. My phone has a four-digit passcode.
  4. The odometer in the car displays the number of digits on the mileage counter.
  5. I need to memorize the digits of my phone number.

Quotes

  • Mathematics is a language that uses numbers, symbols, and digits to describe ideas and relationships.
  • The use of digits has revolutionized the way we communicate and store information.
  • The digits of pi continue infinitely without repeating.

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