1. A mathematical or economic process in which growth occurs through repeated multiplication or compounding effects, where each unit of increase generates further increases
The company experienced multiplicative expansion through strategic partnerships that exponentially increased market reach.
A empresa experimentou uma expansão multiplicativa através de parcerias estratégicas que aumentaram exponencialmente o alcance de mercado.
2. In linguistics or grammar, the process of expanding linguistic elements through multiplication or repetition of morphemes or structures
The expansão multiplicativa in this language allows speakers to create complex meanings through prefixation.
A expansão multiplicativa nesta língua permite aos falantes criar significados complexos através de prefixação.
3. In economics, exponential growth driven by reinvestment or compounding of profits and resources
The startup achieved expansão multiplicativa by reinvesting 80% of revenues back into development.
A startup alcançou expansão multiplicativa ao reinvestir 80% das receitas de volta ao desenvolvimento.