He studies computational linguistics.
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Computational
/ˌkɒmpjʊˈteɪʃənəl/
Synonyms for "computational" (142 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (10)
Noun(3 words)
Adjective(7 words)
algorithmicalgorithmic approachalgorithmic calculationalgorithmic conclusionsalgorithmic languagesalgorithmic layeralgorithmic metric
Strong matches (15)
Adjective(11 words)
algorithmic propertyalgorithmic reasoningalgorithmic strategyalgorithmic suitealgorithmic systemalgorithmic workflowalgorithmized procedurealgorithmized processalgorithmized systemarithmetic calculationarithmetical skills
Noun(3 words)
algorithmic steparithmetic problemarithmetical operation
Verb(1 words)
Related words (25)
Verb(2 words)
assess net forcecalculate normal force
Adjective(6 words)
Noun(15 words)
bioinformaticscalculation methodchemistry programcoding curriculum goalscomputational evaluationcomputer aided diagnosiscomputer algorithmcomputer languagescomputer modelcomputer simulationcomputing languagescomputing operationcomputing processcomputing processingcrunching
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: algoid, algorithmic, algorithmic analysis, algorithmic approach, algorithmic calculation.
- Sentence evidence is available for computational, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from derived_reverse, opengloss.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "computational".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "computational"
Keep "computational" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "computational" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "computational", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "computational" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
6 entriesMore specific
5 entriesCollocations
6 entriescomputational biologycomputational methodscomputational modelcomputational sciencecomputational thinkingcomputational tool
Inflections
2 entriesmore computationalmost computational
Derivations
4 entriesSample sentences
9 total sentences available.
In order to study computational linguistics it's necessary to know various languages, however, one also has to be familiar with the use of computers.
Source: tatoeba (614228)
The discipline of computational linguistics, at the intersection of linguistics and computer science, studies how to deal with human language with the help of artificial intelligence.
Source: tatoeba (5295120)
Along with his concentration in operations research and financial engineering, Johnson is also pursuing several certificates in applied and computational mathematics, statistics and machine learning, and applications of computing.
Source: tatoeba (8757935)
Showing 4 of 9 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "computational"?
Closest matches include algoid, algorithmic, algorithmic analysis, algorithmic approach, algorithmic calculation.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "computational"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.