decimally
decimally — adverb
1. using groups of ten as the foundation for counting or writing numbers, especiall
using groups of ten as the foundation for counting or writing numbers, especially in a decimal-based system where each place value is ten times the one to its right
William calculated the tax decimally, dividing the total into ten equal instalments.
collocation: divide decimally — splitting into ten equal parts
The ancient weights were not measured decimally, so converting them now requires careful arithmetic.
negative structure: 'not measured decimally' for contrast
Walid prefers to organise survey results decimally because percentages are easier to compare.
Jin noticed the recipe quantities were arranged decimally, each being ten times the previous one.
Libraries numbered their catalogues decimally, so finding a book meant knowing ten main categories.
- in decimal notation
preferred in computing and science writing; more explicit than 'decimally'
- by tens
older or plainer equivalent, less technical
用法筆記
Primarily found in mathematical, statistical, and administrative writing. Rare in everyday conversation — speakers more often use the adjective form 'decimal' (e.g. 'a decimal system').