# numeric

/nuˈmɛɹɪk/ (US) · /njuːmˈɛɹɪk/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/numeric
Updated: 2026-05-11

## Definition

relating to or expressed in numbers. You use this to describe data or information that uses digits instead of words.

For teachers: relating to, expressed by, or consisting of numbers. Often used to distinguish quantitative data from alphabetical or categorical information.

## Examples

- The computer requires a numeric password.
- The spreadsheet uses a numeric format to ensure that the calculations for the monthly budget remain accurate.
- Statistical analysis often requires converting qualitative survey responses into numeric values to facilitate more rigorous mathematical modeling and comparison.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used in technical, mathematical, and computing contexts; often interchangeable with 'numerical' in general use.

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