Meaning of the word exponential in English

What does exponential mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

exponential

US /ˌek.spoʊˈnen.ʃəl/
UK /ˌek.spəˈnen.ʃəl/
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Adjective

1.

increasing or decreasing at a constantly increasing or constantly decreasing rate

Example:
The company has experienced exponential growth in the last year.
The spread of the virus showed an exponential increase.
2.

relating to an exponent or to a mathematical expression containing an exponent

Example:
The formula involves an exponential function.
We are studying exponential equations in math class.
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