Definitions
- Describing data or values that are not expressed in numerical form. - Referring to information or variables that cannot be quantified or measured. - Talking about non-quantitative or non-mathematical concepts or ideas.
- Describing data or values that are not expressed in numerical form. - Referring to information or variables that cannot be quantified or measured. - Talking about non-quantitative or non-mathematical concepts or ideas.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe data or information that is not expressed in numerical form.
- 2Both words refer to concepts or variables that cannot be quantified or measured mathematically.
- 3Both words are used in similar contexts and have similar meanings.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Nonnumeric is more commonly used in technical or scientific contexts, while nonnumerical is more commonly used in general writing or speech.
- 2Formality: Nonnumeric may be considered more formal than nonnumerical.
- 3Regional Differences: Nonnumeric is more commonly used in American English, while nonnumerical is more commonly used in British English.
Remember this!
Both nonnumeric and nonnumerical describe data or information that is not expressed in numerical form. The only difference between the two words is their spelling, with nonnumeric being more common in technical or scientific contexts and nonnumerical being more common in general writing or speech. Nonnumeric may be considered more formal than nonnumerical, and there are regional differences in usage.
