Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

squared

Adjective

/skwɛrd/

Definition

The result of multiplying a number by itself.

Examples

The squared value of 3 is 9 (3 × 3 = 9).
In geometry, the area of a square is calculated by squaring the length of one of its sides.
Her performance improved by a squared factor, indicating a much better result.

Meaning

In mathematics, when a number is squared, it indicates that the number is multiplied by itself, commonly represented with an exponent of 2. For example, 4 squared (written as 4²) equals 16.