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What is another word for Parameter? – 170 Parameter Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    variable constant factor element component part aspect feature characteristic trait attribute property quality dimension measure scale gauge criterion standard guideline benchmark index indicator sign symptom marker determinant influencer controller regulator modifier adjuster setting limit boundary constraint restriction condition specification requirement proviso stipulation clause term provision

    Meaning of Parameter

    A parameter is a characteristic or factor that is used to define or limit something.

    Definitions

    • A numerical or other measurable factor that defines a system or process, especially in mathematical or scientific contexts
    • A limit or boundary that defines the scope of something
    • A characteristic or attribute that is used to distinguish or identify something

    Etymology of Parameter

    The word "parameter" comes from the Greek words "para" meaning "beside" and "metron" meaning "measure", and was first used in the 17th century in mathematical contexts to describe a constant or variable that defines a curve or other geometric shape
    Over time, the term has been adopted in a wide range of fields, including science, engineering, and statistics, to describe any characteristic or factor that defines or limits a system or process

    Example Uses

    • The parameters of the experiment were carefully controlled to ensure accurate results
    • The new policy has several parameters that must be met before it can be implemented
    • The algorithm uses several parameters to determine the best course of action

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    outcome result consequence effect product byproduct spinoff offshoot exception anomaly irregularity deviation aberration discrepancy inconsistency contradiction opposite reverse inverse negation denial rejection exclusion omission absence lack deficiency shortage scarcity insufficiency inadequacy

    Related Nouns

    measurement scale gauge standard criterion benchmark index indicator sign symptom marker determinant influencer controller regulator modifier adjuster setting limit boundary constraint restriction condition specification requirement proviso stipulation clause term provision variable constant factor element component

    Related Verbs

    measure gauge scale standardize calibrate adjust regulate control modify influence determine define limit restrict constrain bound specify stipulate provision require condition proviso clause term provide set establish fix settle

    Related Adjectives

    numerical measurable quantitative qualitative variable constant fixed flexible adjustable regulable controllable modifiable influential determinative definitive limiting restrictive constraining bounding specific stipulated provisional conditional required necessary essential critical crucial vital important