exponential
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Increasing at an extremely fast and constantly accelerating rate.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
In mathematics, "exponential" describes growth where the rate of increase itself keeps increasing, much faster than steady, linear growth.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The company saw _____ growth after the product went viral online."
Answer: exponential
In your own words, what does "exponential" mean?
Increasing at an extremely fast and constantly accelerating rate.
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