Synonyms of calculus

calculus

noun

ˈkal-kyə-ləs 

as in math

the act or process of performing mathematical operations to find a value

by my calculus the more efficient air conditioner will have paid for itself within a span of five years

Synonyms & Similar Words

• math
• calculation
• arithmetic
• mathematics
• computation
• numbers
• figures
• figuring
• reckoning
• estimation
• ciphering
• measurement
• multiplication
• number crunching
• subtraction
• addition
• assessment
• calibration
• evaluation
• appraisal
• division
• mensuration
• valuation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of calculus

But behind the scenes, the response appears to have changed the calculus around the gathering. — Travis Cronin, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026

Kyiv, meanwhile, aims to sow economic discontent among Russians with strikes against oil refineries and e-commerce warehouses, but experts argued domestic upheaval is unlikely to change Moscow’s calculus. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026

Smith-Stewart said, describing the calculus she’s heard from artists. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 27 Aug. 2026

This is an easy entry point to discuss decision-making and risk calculus and how to properly marry playmaking artistry with situational awareness, all big-picture topics that will help shape the Bears’ season. — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

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