calculate

//ˈkælkjəleɪt//
B2Frequency Level 7Neutral
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Verb

calculateInfinitive
calculatePresent tense
calculatedPast tense
calculatedPast participle
calculatingPresent participle
calculatesThird-person singular
1

To determine something by using mathematical processes, especially by adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing numbers.

I need to calculate the total cost of the project.

2

To estimate or judge the amount, value, or effect of something.

It's difficult to calculate the long-term effects of this policy.

3

To plan something carefully with a particular purpose in mind.

Her speech was calculated to win public support.