Sum

Definition

Sum is a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to the total amount resulting from the addition of two or more numbers, quantities, or items. As a verb, it means to calculate the total amount of something.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /sʌm/
• Respelling: SUM

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /sʌm/
• Respelling: SUM

Etymology

The word "sum" originates from the Latin "summa," meaning "total or highest," derived from "summus," meaning "highest."

Derivatives

• Summation (noun)
• Summary (noun)
• Summing (verb)
• Summative (adjective)
• Oversum (noun)

Synonyms

• Total
• Aggregate
• Amount

Antonyms

• Difference
• Deduction
• None

Usage

The term "sum" is widely used in mathematics, accounting, and everyday contexts to describe totals or calculations. Examples include "The sum of 5 and 10 is 15" and "Let’s sum up our findings in the report."

Related Terms

• Addition: The process of finding the total of two or more numbers.
• Arithmetic: A branch of mathematics dealing with numbers and calculations.
• Total: The final amount after additions.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The total of two or more numbers or quantities: The result of adding values together.
  • Example: "The sum of the numbers on the bill was incorrect."
• An amount of money: Refers to a specified total of money.
  • Example: "She donated a large sum to charity."

Verb

• To calculate the total: The act of adding quantities together.
  • Example: "Please sum the values in this column."
• To summarize: To provide a concise statement or conclusion.
  • Example: "He summed up the meeting by outlining key points."