exponential
/ˌɛk.spəʊ.ˈnɛn.tʃəl/ · noun
Meaning
- Any function that has an exponent as an independent variable.
- Relating to an exponent.
- Expressed in terms of a power of e.
- Characterised by a rate of change that is proportional to the value of the varying quantity, or, equivalently, by a doubling or halving over successive fixed intervals of time or other parameter.
- Characterised by a very rapid rate of change, especially increase.
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