Calculate vs. Estimate
Difference Between Calculate and Estimate
Calculateverb
To determine the value of something or the solution to something by a mathematical process.
Calculate the square root of 3 to 10 decimal places.Estimatenoun
A rough calculation or assessment of the value, size, or cost of something.
Calculateverb
To determine values or solutions by a mathematical process; reckon.
Estimatenoun
(construction and business) A document (or verbal notification) specifying how much a job is likely to cost.
Calculateverb
To plan; to expect; to think.
Estimatenoun
An upper limitation on some positive quantity.
Calculateverb
To ascertain or predict by mathematical or astrological computations the time, circumstances, or other conditions of; to forecast or compute the character or consequences of.
to calculate or cast one's nativityEstimateverb
To calculate roughly, often from imperfect data.
Calculateverb
To adjust for purpose; to adapt by forethought or calculation; to fit or prepare by the adaptation of means to an end.
to calculate a system of laws for the government and protection of a free peopleEstimateverb
To judge and form an opinion of the value of, from imperfect data.
Calculateverb
make a mathematical calculation or computation
Estimatenoun
an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth;
an estimate of what it would costa rough idea how long it would takeCalculateverb
judge to be probable
Estimatenoun
a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody;
many factors are involved in any estimate of human lifein my estimation the boy is innocentCalculateverb
keep an account of
Estimatenoun
a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation)
Calculateverb
predict in advance
Estimatenoun
a statement indicating the likely cost of some job;
he got an estimate from the car repair shopCalculateverb
specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public
Estimatenoun
the respect with which a person is held;
they had a high estimation of his abilityCalculateverb
have faith or confidence in;
you can count on me to help you any timeLook to your friends for supportYou can bet on that!Depend on your family in times of crisisEstimateverb
judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time);
I estimate this chicken to weigh three poundsEstimateverb
judge to be probable
