Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
radix
Noun
/ˈrādɪks/
Definition
The base of a number system or the root form of a word.
Examples
- In the decimal system, the radix is 10.
- The radix of the binary system is 2.
- Understanding the radix of a word can help in deciphering its various forms.
Meaning
In mathematics, ‘radix’ refers to the foundation of a numbering system; in linguistics, it can denote the basic form of a word to which affixes can be added.
Synonyms
- Base
- Root
- Foundation
