stable algorithm

[/ˈsteɪbəl ˈælɡərɪðəm/]
nounpl: stable algorithms
algoritmo estável
1. A computational algorithm that preserves the relative order of equal elements in a dataset, ensuring that small changes in input produce correspondingly small changes in output without significant error accumulation
Merge sort is a stable algorithm because it maintains the original order of equal elements
Ordenação por fusão é um algoritmo estável porque mantém a ordem original de elementos iguais
2. In numerical analysis, an algorithm where rounding errors do not accumulate significantly during computation
A stable algorithm for solving linear equations will produce accurate results even with finite precision arithmetic
Um algoritmo estável para resolver equações lineares produzirá resultados precisos mesmo com aritmética de precisão finita
This is a technical term primarily used in computer science, mathematics, and software engineering communities in both Brazil and the USA. It is essential terminology in academic curricula and professional development. No significant regional variations exist due to the technical nature of the concept.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
numerically stable algorithmorder-preserving algorithmrobust algorithm
Antonyms / Antônimos
unstable algorithmunstable sorting algorithmill-conditioned algorithm

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
algoritmo estável
Standard technical term used in computer science education and software development
Portugal
algoritmo estável
Same terminology as Brazilian Portuguese, used in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
algoritmo estável
Commonly used in tech industry and university settings

Related Words

sorting algorithmnumerical stabilityerror propagationcomputational mathematicsalgorithm analysis

Related Idioms & Phrases

maintain stability
preserve order
avoid error accumulation
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