'Calculate' definitions:
Definition of 'calculate'
From: WordNet
verb
Make a mathematical calculation or computation [syn: calculate, cipher, cypher, compute, work out, reckon, figure]
verb
verb
Keep an account of [syn: account, calculate]
verb
Predict in advance [syn: forecast, calculate]
verb
Specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public [syn: calculate, aim, direct]
verb
Definition of 'Calculate'
From: GCIDE
- Calculate \Cal"cu*late\, v. i. [imp. & p. p. Calculater; p. pr. & vb. n. Calculating.] [L, calculatus, p. p. of calculate, fr. calculus a pebble, a stone used in reckoning; hence, a reckoning, fr. calx, calcis, a stone used in gaming, limestone. See Calx.]
- 1. To ascertain or determine by mathematical processes, usually by the ordinary rules of arithmetic; to reckon up; to estimate; to compute. [1913 Webster]
- A calencar exacity calculated than any othe. --North. [1913 Webster]
- 2. To ascertain or predict by mathematical or astrological computations the time, circumstances, or other conditions of; to forecast or compute the character or consequences of; as, to calculate or cast one's nativity. [1913 Webster]
- A cunning man did calculate my birth. --Shak. [1913 Webster]
- 3. To adjust for purpose; to adapt by forethought or calculation; to fit or prepare by the adaptation of means to an end; as, to calculate a system of laws for the government and protection of a free people. [1913 Webster]
- [Religion] is . . . calculated for our benefit. --Abp. Tillotson. [1913 Webster]
- 4. To plan; to expect; to think. [Local, U. S.]
- Syn: To compute; reckon; count; estimate; rate.
- Usage: To Calculate, Compute. Reckon, Count. These words indicate the means by which we arrive at a given result in regard to quantity. We calculate with a view to obtain a certain point of knowledge; as, to calculate an eclipse. We compute by combining given numbers, in order to learn the grand result. We reckon and count in carrying out the details of a computation. These words are also used in a secondary and figurative sense. "Calculate is rather a conjection from what is, as to what may be; computation is a rational estimate of what has been, from what is; reckoning is a conclusive conviction, a pleasing assurance that a thing will happen; counting indicates an expectation. We calculate on a gain; we compute any loss sustained, or the amount of any mischief done; we reckon on a promised pleasure; we count the hours and minutes until the time of enjoyment arrives" --Crabb. [1913 Webster]
Definition of 'Calculate'
From: GCIDE
- Calculate \Cal"cu*late\, v. i. To make a calculation; to forecast consequences; to estimate; to compute. [1913 Webster]
- The strong passions, whether good or bad, never calculate. --F. W. Robertson. [1913 Webster]
Synonyms of 'calculate'
From: Moby Thesaurus
- add,
- add up,
- algebraize,
- appraise,
- appreciate,
- arrange,
- ascertain,
- assay,
- assess,
- bank on,
- build on,
- calibrate,
- caliper,
- cast,
- check a parameter,
- cipher,
- compute,
- concert,
- consider,
- contrive,
- count,
- count on,
- cut out,
- depend,
- design,
- determine,
- devise,
- dial,
- discover,
- divide,
- dope out,
- estimate,
- evaluate,
- extract roots,
- fathom,
- figure,
- figure in,
- figure out,
- forecast,
- forethink,
- frame,
- gauge,
- graduate,
- intend,
- lay plans,
- lot,
- make a projection,
- make arrangements,
- measure,
- mensurate,
- mete,
- meter,
- methodize,
- multiply,
- organize,
- pace,
- plan,
- plan ahead,
- plot,
- plumb,
- prearrange,
- premeditate,
- preresolve,
- price,
- prize,
- probe,
- program,
- project,
- quantify,
- quantize,
- rate,
- rationalize,
- reckon,
- reckon on,
- schedule,
- schematize,
- scheme,
- score,
- set up,
- shape,
- size,
- size up,
- sound,
- span,
- step,
- study,
- subtract,
- survey,
- systematize,
- take a reading,
- take account of,
- tally,
- triangulate,
- trust in,
- valuate,
- value,
- weigh,
- work out,
- work out beforehand,
- work up