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quadratic

[kwäˈdra(t)ik]

quadratic Definition

  • 1relating to or containing the second and no higher power of an unknown quantity or variable
  • 2a polynomial expression of the second degree

Using quadratic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "quadratic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The quadratic equation is used to solve for the roots of a second-degree polynomial.

  • Example

    The graph of a quadratic function is a parabola.

  • Example

    The formula for the area of a square is a quadratic expression.

quadratic Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for quadratic

Phrases with quadratic

  • a formula that provides the solutions to a quadratic equation

    Example

    To solve for x in the quadratic equation ax^2 + bx + c = 0, one can use the quadratic formula: x = (-b ± sqrt(b^2 - 4ac)) / 2a.

  • a function of the form f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c, where a, b, and c are constants

    Example

    The height of a ball thrown into the air can be modeled by a quadratic function.

  • an algebraic expression of the form ax^2 + bx + c, where a, b, and c are constants

    Example

    The area of a rectangle can be expressed as a quadratic expression.

Origins of quadratic

from Latin 'quadratus', meaning 'square'

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Summary: quadratic in Brief

The term 'quadratic' [kwäˈdra(t)ik] refers to mathematical expressions and functions that involve the second power of an unknown variable. It is commonly used in algebra and calculus, with examples such as the quadratic formula and quadratic functions. 'Quadratic' can also describe a polynomial expression of the second degree, such as the area of a square.