Definitions
- Referring to the act of computing or calculating again. - Talking about a process of re-evaluating a previous calculation or computation. - Describing a situation where a new calculation is needed due to changes in data or inputs.
- Referring to the process of calculating again or re-evaluating a previous calculation. - Talking about a situation where a new calculation is necessary due to changes in data or inputs. - Describing a process of double-checking or verifying a previous calculation.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words involve the act of calculating or computing.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a process of re-evaluating a previous calculation.
- 3Both words may be necessary when there are changes in data or inputs.
What is the difference?
- 1Form: Recomputed is the past tense form of the verb recompute, while recalculate is the base form of the verb.
- 2Usage: Recomputed is less commonly used than recalculate in everyday language.
- 3Connotation: Recomputed may imply a more significant change or adjustment in the calculation, while recalculate may suggest a smaller or more routine adjustment.
Remember this!
Both recomputed and recalculate refer to the process of calculating or computing again. However, recomputed is less common and implies a more significant change or adjustment in the calculation, while recalculate is more versatile and can be used in various contexts, suggesting a smaller or more routine adjustment.
